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SA09 VKJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

287,253 mi
Last recorded287,253 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA09 VKJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 287,253 miles

Rear subframe rusty

Pass 14 Apr 2025 262,515 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 236,782 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 210,064 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 184,071 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 161,703 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 152,191 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 128,199 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 101,185 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 101,185 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 71,677 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 58,711 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 42,032 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 35,047 miles

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 27 Mar 2012 24,039 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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SA09 VKJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 SA09 VKJ, 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 SA09 VKJ registered?

SA09 VKJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is SA09 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA09 VKJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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