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DG09 GEK

2009 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,375 mi
Last recorded89,375 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 GEK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 89,375 miles

Front Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40 ZR18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2023 89,370 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring Carrier (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40 ZR18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring Carrier (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 81,735 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 76,783 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 72,323 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 65,534 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 63,129 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 58,410 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 53,138 miles

Low Emmitter

Pass 25 Feb 2016 48,189 miles

Front Brake Discs Corroded

Rear O/S Brake Discs Is Scored

Pass 20 Feb 2015 42,873 miles

R/n/s tyre perished on the outer sidewall,no cords showing

front brake disc worn slightly on the inner face

low emitter

r/o/s tyre perished on the outer sidewall, no cords showing

Pass 25 Feb 2014 36,261 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 29,420 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

low emitter

several small chips on windscreen

Pass 17 Feb 2012 23,514 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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DG09 GEK is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DG09 GEK, 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 DG09 GEK registered?

DG09 GEK is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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