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DG09 VJK

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

219,781 mi
Last recorded219,781 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 VJK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 May 2024 219,781 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension components covered in rust

Pass 19 Nov 2022 134,336 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 124,038 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 124,038 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 120,741 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear subframe and springs corroded

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 120,738 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear subframe and springs corroded

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 103,265 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 91,185 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 91,185 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 83,940 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 72,357 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 66,966 miles

Front Inner discs worn

Rear Inner tyres uneven wear

Pass 26 Aug 2014 58,550 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 48,293 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,792 miles

ft/nearside wiper need replacing

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 VJK is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VJK, 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 VJK registered?

DG09 VJK is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 June 2009.

Is DG09 VJK safe to buy?

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