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HV09 MLU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,921 mi
Last recorded159,921 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV09 MLU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 159,921 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2018 159,911 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 153,458 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Fail 8 Nov 2017 153,830 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Engine cover fitted

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside component

Pass 9 Nov 2016 150,068 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 145,654 miles

Offside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

child seat and under trays fitted.

Pass 18 Sep 2014 139,590 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 128,147 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 110,000 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 106,403 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 100,236 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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HV09 MLU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HV09 MLU, 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 HV09 MLU registered?

HV09 MLU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2009.

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