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S739 DFG

1998 Skoda Octavia Glxi

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

141,472 mi
Last recorded141,472 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Skoda Octavia Glxi77,872 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS739 DFG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia Glxi
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Feb 2009 141,472 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 141,472 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 126,992 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 126,992 miles

Nearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 108,763 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia Glxi?

Based on 749 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
8,132
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 56
Registration plate lamp not working 28
Stop lamp not working 27
position lamp(s) not working 23
Registration plate lamp not working 20
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S739 DFG is a 1998 Skoda Octavia Glxi in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Skoda Octavia Glxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 77,872 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia Glxi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S739 DFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia Glxi typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Skoda Octavia Glxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S739 DFG registered?

S739 DFG is a 1998 Skoda Octavia Glxi, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is S739 DFG safe to buy?

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