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SJ09 GVM

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,487 mi
Last recorded143,487 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ09 GVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 143,487 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 116,622 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 91,666 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 68,287 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 68,287 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2021 49,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 49,681 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 40,758 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 38,238 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 35,801 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 35,081 miles

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested brake siezed on (3.7.A.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 32,071 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 28,579 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Inner (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 25,307 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 22,098 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 18,671 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 14,539 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 14,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

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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SJ09 GVM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SJ09 GVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ09 GVM registered?

SJ09 GVM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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The MOT history for SJ09 GVM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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