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DG09 KCN

2009 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

220,081 mi
Last recorded220,081 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 KCN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 220,081 miles

Oil leak

slight play in off side front steering arm

Fail 28 Nov 2014 220,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

slight play in off side front steering arm

Pass 12 Dec 2013 311,522 miles

engine oil level high,oil leak/spill,service interval showing

nearside steering arm balljoint slight play,both front suspension arm-rear bushes deteriorating,osf cv boot deteriorating,osf brake pad wearing very close to disc lip-investigate

Fail 12 Dec 2013 311,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil level high,oil leak/spill,service interval showing

nearside steering arm balljoint slight play,both front suspension arm-rear bushes deteriorating,osf cv boot deteriorating,osf brake pad wearing very close to disc lip-investigate

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 KCN is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DG09 KCN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG09 KCN registered?

DG09 KCN is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is DG09 KCN safe to buy?

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