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C158 BYR

1985 Skoda 130

White Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,570 mi
Last recorded37,570 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC158 BYR
MakeSkoda
Model130
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2023 37,570 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 37,480 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 37,351 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 37,278 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 37,104 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 36,910 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,814 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak sump plug and pressure switch ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 16 Sep 2016 38,801 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Braking system leaking brake pipe union (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Oil leak sump plug and pressure switch ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

How Reliable is the Skoda 130?

Based on 837 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
705
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 40
Steering rack gaiter split 26
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
fog lamp not working 22
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C158 BYR is a 1985 Skoda 130 in White with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Skoda 130 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C158 BYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda 130 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 41 years old, this Skoda 130 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C158 BYR registered?

C158 BYR is a 1985 Skoda 130, first registered on 2 October 1985.

Is C158 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C158 BYR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C158 BYR have outstanding finance?

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