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FJ09 XTC

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,702 mi
Last recorded171,702 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 XTC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 171,702 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 171,702 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 161,643 miles

emissions too low to be detected, vehicle only revs to 2,500 revs

Pass 11 Jun 2016 150,120 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 132,146 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

emissions too low to read on meter

Pass 11 Jun 2014 110,914 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 110,914 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 88,858 miles

slight play noted in lower steering collumn, felt at steering wheel

Fail 8 Jun 2012 67,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 67,126 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 43,675 miles

o/s headlight slightly dim.

Pass 29 May 2010 19,057 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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FJ09 XTC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FJ09 XTC, 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 FJ09 XTC registered?

FJ09 XTC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 May 2009.

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