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UPN 579S

1978 Skoda 120

Yellow Petrol 1174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,491 mi
Last recorded56,491 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPN 579S
MakeSkoda
Model120
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,174cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 56,491 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 55,639 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 55,346 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 54,593 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 54,593 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda 120?

Based on 1,253 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
572
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 56
Brake pipe excessively corroded 51
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
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UPN 579S is a 1978 Skoda 120 in Yellow with a 1,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Skoda 120 fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPN 579S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 48 years old, this Skoda 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UPN 579S?

You can check the full history of UPN 579S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UPN 579S registered?

UPN 579S is a 1978 Skoda 120, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is UPN 579S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPN 579S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPN 579S have outstanding finance?

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