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SJ09 XTB

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

229,576 mi
Last recorded229,576 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ09 XTB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 229,576 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 229,570 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 225,097 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 225,097 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 220,248 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 216,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2018 216,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 210,533 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

under trays and engine covers fitted limiting inspection

Fail 4 Dec 2017 210,533 miles

Fuel tank leaking above (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

under trays and engine covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 26 Nov 2016 194,799 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

off side front wing where joins sill sticking out from join

under trays and engine covers fitted limiting inspection

Fail 26 Nov 2016 194,799 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

off side front wing where joins sill sticking out from join

under trays and engine covers fitted limiting inspection

Pass 12 Dec 2015 180,540 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED LIMITING INSPECTION

Pass 15 Dec 2014 167,595 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 150,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Mar 2013 122,084 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 94,126 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 63,224 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 35,585 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 35,585 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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SJ09 XTB is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SJ09 XTB, 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 SJ09 XTB registered?

SJ09 XTB is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2009.

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