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GAW 227M

2009 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,700 mi
Last recorded117,700 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAW 227M
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 117,700 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 113,798 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 109,695 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2024 109,695 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 103,652 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 96,028 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 89,913 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 83,572 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2019 78,600 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7 (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2018 69,052 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Jan 2018 69,052 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2017 60,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2016 54,324 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edge (205/55R16 91V)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 49,700 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 43,756 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 39,182 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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GAW 227M is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GAW 227M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAW 227M registered?

GAW 227M is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is GAW 227M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAW 227M shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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