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SJ09 XYZ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

193,506 mi
Last recorded193,506 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ09 XYZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2019 193,506 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 193,500 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 184,306 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 153,906 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 153,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 108,027 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 79,038 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 51,603 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 XYZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XYZ, 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 XYZ registered?

SJ09 XYZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2009.

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The MOT history for SJ09 XYZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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