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T817 MEF

1999 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,449 mi
Last recorded149,449 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT817 MEF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Mar 2013 149,449 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 149,449 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 144,763 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 141,646 miles

both front brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 16 Mar 2010 138,037 miles

slight rust build up on nearside rear brake backplate

Fail 17 Mar 2009 134,210 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 134,210 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 130,393 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 126,213 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 122,289 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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T817 MEF is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T817 MEF, 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

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What year was T817 MEF registered?

T817 MEF is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 March 1999.

Is T817 MEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T817 MEF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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