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SM09 FTJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,647 mi
Last recorded61,647 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 FTJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 61,647 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 61,647 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,700 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,405 miles

Offside Front tyre worn close to legal limit.

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 50,352 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 45,950 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 40,039 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 33,323 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 33,323 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 25,503 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 20,685 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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SM09 FTJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SM09 FTJ, 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 SM09 FTJ registered?

SM09 FTJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is SM09 FTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 FTJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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