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PX09 XLB

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

264,110 mi
Last recorded264,110 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX09 XLB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 264,110 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Fail 8 May 2017 264,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 257,220 miles

Fuel pipe slightly chafed pipe to filter housing (7.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

cambelt history

fluid change

Pass 22 Apr 2015 239,039 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

oil leak o/s of engine

Pass 21 Oct 2014 227,678 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Oct 2014 227,675 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 214,792 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 201,285 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 201,283 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicle in very dirty condition inside.

Pass 17 Apr 2013 180,117 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 180,117 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 155,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 127,878 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 106,946 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

paint damage to off/side rear --near/side rear--near/side front..

Pass 18 Apr 2011 86,008 miles

Front no plate in poor condition..

Pass 7 Oct 2010 67,047 miles

front no plate damaged..

Pass 8 Apr 2010 45,636 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 22,755 miles

Offside 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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PX09 XLB is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PX09 XLB, 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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PX09 XLB is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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