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FX09 OCU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,542 mi
Last recorded147,542 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 OCU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 147,542 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2017 147,542 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both front, I removed headlamps and fitted bulbs correctly, aim now ok (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 129,868 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 129,868 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 109,238 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 90,664 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 69,331 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 53,183 miles

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

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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FX09 OCU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey 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 FX09 OCU, 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 FX09 OCU registered?

FX09 OCU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 April 2009.

Is FX09 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 OCU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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