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D726 TGC

1987 Skoda 120

Red Petrol 1174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

47,125 mi
Last recorded47,125 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1987 Skoda 12035,957 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD726 TGC
MakeSkoda
Model120
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,174cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 47,125 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing loose (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing loose (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 46,662 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Aug 2023 46,662 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 46,458 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 46,014 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 46,014 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 45,986 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 45,211 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda 120?

Based on 1,253 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
572
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 56
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
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D726 TGC is a 1987 Skoda 120 in Red with a 1,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1987 Skoda 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 35,957 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda 120 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D726 TGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Skoda 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D726 TGC registered?

D726 TGC is a 1987 Skoda 120, first registered on 9 June 1987.

Is D726 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D726 TGC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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