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V685 DFX

1999 Skoda Octavia

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,753 mi
Last recorded102,753 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Skoda Octavia99,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV685 DFX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2011 102,753 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 98,457 miles

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2009 88,280 miles

Unabke to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Unable to check offside rear seatbelt child seat fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2008 80,273 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2007 72,584 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 64,811 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 56,870 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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V685 DFX is a 1999 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V685 DFX, 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

How do I check the history of V685 DFX?

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What year was V685 DFX registered?

V685 DFX is a 1999 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 October 1999.

Is V685 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V685 DFX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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