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K16 CYM

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,334 mi
Last recorded143,334 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 CYM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 143,334 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 137,497 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

offside front indicator tell tale signal on dash

Pass 2 Jan 2024 134,529 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SLIGHT WEAR INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jan 2024 134,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high DONE (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high DONE (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SLIGHT WEAR INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 130,454 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 114,346 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 95,070 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 95,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 80,835 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 80,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 67,236 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 54,648 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 42,205 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2013 30,432 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 26,194 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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K16 CYM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K16 CYM, 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 K16 CYM registered?

K16 CYM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is K16 CYM safe to buy?

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