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R16 SAC

1998 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,413 mi
Last recorded122,413 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2011
Typical for 1998 Skoda Octavia97,132 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 SAC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2011 122,413 miles

Oil leak

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front bumper insecure

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres have slight wall damage

offside mirror housing damaged

Fail 30 Dec 2011 112,413 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front bumper insecure

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front tyres have slight wall damage

offside mirror housing damaged

Pass 21 Jul 2010 103,985 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 100,238 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 100,238 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

ADVISE - NEARSIDE FRONT SHOCKABSORBER DAMP.

ADVISE - NEARSIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO WEAR LOW + CONDITION POOR.

ADVISE - OFFSIDE + NEARSIDE FRONT LOWER WISHBONES REAR MOUNTING BUSHES DETERIOATING.

ADVISE - OFFSIDE + NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES WORN LOW.

ADVISE - OIL LEAKS.

Pass 20 Dec 2007 91,915 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 83,808 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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R16 SAC is a 1998 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 97,132 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 R16 SAC, 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 28 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 R16 SAC registered?

R16 SAC is a 1998 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R16 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 SAC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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