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SL09 LYX

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

187,881 mi
Last recorded187,881 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 LYX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 187,881 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 162,513 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear forwardmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front lower balljoint boots deteriorated slightly.

exhaust deteriorated.

guards fitted to underside of vehicle.

Pass 21 Aug 2020 144,652 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material suspect corrosion under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 137,033 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear box touching bodywork (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe has slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

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

rear subframe and suspension components have surface corrosion

Fail 6 Jul 2019 136,950 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 126,156 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 126,156 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2017 112,918 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 93,390 miles

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

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 24 Jun 2015 87,034 miles

advise underbody components corroding

Fail 24 Jun 2015 87,034 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise underbody components corroding

Pass 12 May 2014 72,583 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 62,146 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 55,049 miles

Oil leak

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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SL09 LYX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SL09 LYX, 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 SL09 LYX registered?

SL09 LYX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2009.

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