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RO09 VPM

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

244,491 mi
Last recorded244,491 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 VPM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 244,491 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 254,456 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2017 241,005 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 227,008 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 199,642 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 199,642 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 163,011 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 127,302 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 127,167 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 125,214 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2012 97,517 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Vehicle just met emissions smoke limit

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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RO09 VPM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RO09 VPM, 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 RO09 VPM registered?

RO09 VPM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2009.

Is RO09 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO09 VPM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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