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T886 JGW

1999 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

147,953 mi
Last recorded147,953 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT886 JGW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 147,953 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 144,802 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 141,204 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 139,751 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 137,376 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2017 137,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 May 2016 135,781 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 133,392 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 128,925 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 122,517 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 116,956 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 110,542 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2010 103,101 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 95,836 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 86,815 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 79,192 miles

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

we advise tyre is replaced a.s.a.p

Pass 30 May 2006 72,022 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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T886 JGW is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 T886 JGW, 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 T886 JGW registered?

T886 JGW is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is T886 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T886 JGW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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