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SA09 VKS

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

221,011 mi
Last recorded221,011 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 221,011 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lens slight crack (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 31 Oct 2022 193,505 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 193,503 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 158,307 miles

nsr shocker has slight leak

Pass 26 Oct 2020 132,232 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 132,232 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2019 106,887 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 80,475 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge middle tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2018 80,473 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge middle tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 76,383 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 24 Oct 2016 68,353 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 59,584 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 50,412 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 39,324 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 34,281 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 34,281 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 27,360 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 27,360 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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 VKS is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SA09 VKS, 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 VKS registered?

SA09 VKS is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 March 2009.

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