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RJ09 DMZ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

286,992 mi
Last recorded286,992 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ09 DMZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 286,992 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level. (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2022 286,919 miles

Emissions not tested Due to nature of oil leak!! (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH!! (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced Door mirror repeater. (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety Turbo area!!! (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 272,157 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2021 272,130 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 259,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 242,940 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 211,070 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 176,858 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 145,034 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 115,750 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 88,087 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 84,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jul 2013 84,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 64,235 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 64,235 miles

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

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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RJ09 DMZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RJ09 DMZ, 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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RJ09 DMZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 July 2009.

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