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V519 DFP

1999 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,953 mi
Last recorded143,953 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV519 DFP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 143,953 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 137,477 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 135,549 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 129,945 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 122,000 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 118,921 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Dec 2013 118,921 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2012 115,359 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 110,810 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 166,260 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 99,896 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 93,687 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 93,611 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 88,013 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 85,156 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 82,131 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear 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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V519 DFP is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V519 DFP, 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 V519 DFP registered?

V519 DFP is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 1999.

Is V519 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V519 DFP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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