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EJ09 UTW

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,007 mi
Last recorded115,007 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ09 UTW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 115,007 miles

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

bonnet stay clip broken

both rear brake discs have hot spots/corrosion allowing brake pads to rub slightly

both rear shock absorber dust covers split

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 17 Mar 2017 115,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply showing where tyre has worn out of shape (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply showing where tyre has worn out of shape (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

bonnet stay clip broken

both rear brake discs have hot spots/corrosion allowing brake pads to rub slightly

both rear shock absorber dust covers split

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Mar 2016 94,640 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear shock absorber dust covers split

Fail 18 Mar 2016 94,640 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 27 Mar 2015 74,954 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 71,368 miles

both rear tyres going bold on inner edges

Pass 26 Jun 2013 56,453 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 42,830 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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EJ09 UTW is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EJ09 UTW, 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 EJ09 UTW registered?

EJ09 UTW is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is EJ09 UTW safe to buy?

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