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SB09 HZJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

368,123 mi
Last recorded368,123 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB09 HZJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 368,123 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022
Pass 22 Feb 2021 328,367 miles

oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2020 308,756 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2019 293,749 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 269,434 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 269,434 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 May 2017 249,992 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 234,579 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 234,557 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 219,089 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 188,222 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 155,293 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 123,612 miles

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)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 123,612 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 5,273 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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SB09 HZJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SB09 HZJ, 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 SB09 HZJ registered?

SB09 HZJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is SB09 HZJ safe to buy?

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