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GU09 XEP

2009 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

159,814 mi
Last recorded159,814 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU09 XEP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 159,814 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 153,553 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 146,551 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 134,046 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 120,054 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 105,417 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 88,718 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2018 56,328 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2017 51,427 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 46,798 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 34,854 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 19,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 19,983 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 18,916 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 13,451 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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GU09 XEP is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GU09 XEP, 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 GU09 XEP registered?

GU09 XEP is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is GU09 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU09 XEP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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