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E490 ATU

1988 Skoda 120

Blue Petrol 1174cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,236 mi
Last recorded23,236 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Skoda 12031,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE490 ATU
MakeSkoda
Model120
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,174cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 23,236 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 23,137 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 22,831 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 22,400 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 22,395 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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E490 ATU is a 1988 Skoda 120 in Blue with a 1,174cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Skoda 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 31,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E490 ATU, 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 38 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 E490 ATU?

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What year was E490 ATU registered?

E490 ATU is a 1988 Skoda 120, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E490 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E490 ATU 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.

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