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GV09 VNM

2009 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

204,966 mi
Last recorded204,966 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 VNM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 204,966 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 202,588 miles

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (possibly bulbs) (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut inappropriately repaired not fitted into hub correctly (2.4.A.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2016 158,564 miles

engine malfunction light on

inside of windscreen excessively dirty

spare tyre flat

Fail 1 Mar 2016 158,468 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' satnav blocking screen (8.3.1b)

engine malfunction light on

inside of windscreen excessively dirty

spare tyre flat

Pass 12 Mar 2015 118,656 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf tyre worn on inner egdes

Fail 20 Feb 2015 118,590 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak

Front bumper insecure

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

osf tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2014 118,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

gearbox noisey

n/s/r bumpstop split

o/s sill damage

Fail 23 Aug 2014 118,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

gearbox noisey

n/s/r bumpstop split

o/s sill damage

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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GV09 VNM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GV09 VNM, 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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GV09 VNM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 August 2009.

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