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T890 XEG

1999 Skoda Octavia

Blue Lpg 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

114,700 mi
Last recorded114,700 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT890 XEG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 114,700 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s front brake hose slightly twisted

slightly damp under master cylinder

Pass 30 Nov 2013 110,707 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s front brake hose slightly twisted

Pass 24 Nov 2012 106,595 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 106,526 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all rear brake hose ferrules corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2011 102,849 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 98,704 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 98,653 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 94,978 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 94,886 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 91,102 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 91,084 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2008 90,996 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 87,215 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 82,359 miles

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

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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T890 XEG is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,595cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T890 XEG, 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 T890 XEG registered?

T890 XEG is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 19 June 1999.

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The MOT history for T890 XEG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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