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SB58 FDJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

235,547 mi
Last recorded235,547 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB58 FDJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 235,547 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in tread

oil leak

Pass 27 Jan 2015 199,407 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 124,791 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 124,010 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rear brake slight bind

Pass 6 Jul 2011 90,040 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 64,304 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 64,304 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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SB58 FDJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SB58 FDJ, 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 SB58 FDJ registered?

SB58 FDJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 12 February 2009.

Is SB58 FDJ safe to buy?

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