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AJ09 TJU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

183,955 mi
Last recorded183,955 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ09 TJU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 183,955 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 175,646 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 172,969 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 152,389 miles

Both front tyres cracked and slightly perished.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 2 May 2018 152,389 miles

Both front tyres cracked and slightly perished.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 May 2017 141,937 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Fail 3 May 2017 141,937 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 29 Apr 2016 130,677 miles

Offside Front 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)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 119,395 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2014 108,178 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wipers slightly smearing screen

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R shock outer casing and bump stop deteriorated

N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 May 2014 108,178 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wipers slightly smearing screen

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/R shock outer casing and bump stop deteriorated

N/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 May 2013 99,617 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2013 99,617 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2012 79,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 TJU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AJ09 TJU, 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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AJ09 TJU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 May 2009.

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