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T38 TVW

1999 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,762 mi
Last recorded20,762 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT38 TVW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 20,762 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 20,762 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 20,630 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 20,630 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 20,442 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 20,185 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 19,669 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 19,156 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 18,720 miles

adv both rear wheels slightly binding

Pass 15 Oct 2010 17,901 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 17,061 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,247 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 15,278 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 14,146 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 12,941 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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T38 TVW is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T38 TVW, 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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How do I check the history of T38 TVW?

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What year was T38 TVW registered?

T38 TVW is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 July 1999.

Is T38 TVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T38 TVW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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