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S442 UOS

1999 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,639 mi
Last recorded126,639 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2013
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS442 UOS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2013 126,639 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 102,327 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 92,964 miles

both rear bushes on front suspensionarms starting to split

unable to fully inspect brake pipes as coated in grease

Fail 20 Apr 2010 86,035 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 86,035 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 77,641 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 70,654 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2007 64,962 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 56,456 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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S442 UOS is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 99,429 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S442 UOS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S442 UOS?

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What year was S442 UOS registered?

S442 UOS is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S442 UOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S442 UOS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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