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AG09 FXJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

231,910 mi
Last recorded231,910 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG09 FXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 231,910 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges close to limits

Drivers seat belt slightly frayed

Engine undertray partially insecure

Nearside stop lamp intensity reduced

Oil leak under engine area

Fail 31 Mar 2025 231,875 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Insecure to suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Both front tyres worn on inner edges close to limits

Drivers seat belt slightly frayed

Engine undertray partially insecure

Nearside stop lamp intensity reduced

Oil leak under engine area

Pass 3 Apr 2024 226,468 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 226,449 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 221,632 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 214,600 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 206,074 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 194,955 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 187,454 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 182,362 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 182,353 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened bump stop (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component damaged and seriously weakened bump stop (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 170,370 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower reflector missing

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 2 Oct 2019 170,364 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower reflector missing

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Apr 2019 154,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine and under covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 4 Apr 2019 154,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine and under covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Aug 2018 150,476 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 92,334 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 92,334 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 85,963 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 81,725 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 66,292 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 46,244 miles

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

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

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

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

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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AG09 FXJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2009 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 92,046 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AG09 FXJ, 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 17 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AG09 FXJ registered?

AG09 FXJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 August 2009.

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