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AJ09 SPU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,080 mi
Last recorded119,080 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ09 SPU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 119,080 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 117,866 miles

Corrosion to some suspension components

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 117,866 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working In mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working In mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Can see steel belt (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Corrosion to some suspension components

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 115,389 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 113,841 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 111,294 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 108,025 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 102,380 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 102,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 93,130 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 85,034 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 74,698 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 64,246 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 52,926 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 40,533 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 29,878 miles

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

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

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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AJ09 SPU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AJ09 SPU, 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 AJ09 SPU registered?

AJ09 SPU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is AJ09 SPU safe to buy?

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