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FD09 ZLO

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

136,487 mi
Last recorded136,487 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD09 ZLO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 136,487 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 136,487 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 134,335 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 134,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 131,064 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 131,064 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 125,917 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 125,917 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 118,407 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 106,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

b0th front brake discs heavy wear

Fail 14 Jun 2014 106,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

b0th front brake discs heavy wear

Fail 14 Jun 2013 91,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 91,607 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 73,292 miles

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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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FD09 ZLO is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FD09 ZLO, 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 FD09 ZLO registered?

FD09 ZLO is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 July 2009.

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