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M293 RMS

2009 Skoda Octavia

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,116 mi
Last recorded170,116 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM293 RMS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 170,116 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2017 170,116 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 152,091 miles

plastic underbody trims making thorough inspection of some testable items impossible

Pass 16 Sep 2014 119,905 miles

plastic undertrays obscuring vision of some testable items

Pass 16 Sep 2013 88,383 miles

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

both front wipers smearing slightly

undertrays fitted to underside of vehicle obscuring some testable items

Pass 10 Sep 2012 60,343 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2011 35,720 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 15,372 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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M293 RMS is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M293 RMS, 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 M293 RMS registered?

M293 RMS is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is M293 RMS safe to buy?

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