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PX09 VSZ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

166,217 mi
Last recorded166,217 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2012
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX09 VSZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2012 166,217 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 6 Jul 2012 138,800 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 138,800 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 112,781 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inside edges.

Fail 17 Nov 2011 112,776 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres wearing on inside edges.

Fail 5 Jul 2011 96,577 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Slight play in offside steering rack.

Pass 5 Jul 2011 96,577 miles

Slight play in offside steering rack.

Pass 25 Jan 2011 80,247 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight cut in the outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre.

Fail 25 Jan 2011 80,244 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight cut in the outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 58,098 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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PX09 VSZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PX09 VSZ, 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 PX09 VSZ registered?

PX09 VSZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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