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GF09 YGV

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,049 mi
Last recorded133,049 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF09 YGV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 133,049 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

both front tyres are worn on the inner edge

Fail 31 May 2017 133,049 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

both front tyres are worn on the inner edge

Pass 7 Jun 2016 118,032 miles

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

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

nail in offside rear tyre

nearside dipped beam bulb is slightly dim

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 15 Jun 2015 101,460 miles

nearside rear tyre is worn on the inner edge (BARUM 225/50ZR17 W XL)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 86,127 miles

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

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

scratch on windscreen

Fail 4 Jul 2014 86,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

scratch on windscreen

Pass 17 Jul 2013 70,342 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

front brake pads are getting low

front wiper blades are starting to smear

Pass 2 Jul 2012 53,415 miles

both front tyres are down to approx. 3mm of tread

chip in windscreen

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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GF09 YGV 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 GF09 YGV, 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 GF09 YGV registered?

GF09 YGV is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 July 2009.

Is GF09 YGV safe to buy?

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