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T179 OGC

1999 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,561 mi
Last recorded144,561 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT179 OGC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2013 144,561 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 133,982 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 119,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 105,316 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 101,028 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Strong Advise front number plate cracked

Pass 3 Mar 2008 92,148 miles

Advise front number plate cracked

Pass 29 Mar 2007 84,907 miles

Advise front number plate cracked

Fail 22 Mar 2007 84,886 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine oil dipstick tube broken

Pass 22 Mar 2006 76,797 miles

replace w/wiper blades asap tearing

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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T179 OGC is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Black 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 T179 OGC, 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.

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What year was T179 OGC registered?

T179 OGC is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T179 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T179 OGC 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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