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SM09 MGU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,884 mi
Last recorded108,884 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 MGU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 108,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 101,586 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 94,522 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 94,441 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)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 87,104 miles

Wipers smearing slightly

Both front tire valves slightly perished

Center buckle in rear seat casing damaged, but still functions as intended

Child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Front reg plate deteriorated - BORDERLINE

Slight roughness in OSR hub

Pass 10 Jun 2015 68,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres low

n/s/r wheel bearing starting to get little noisy

Pass 17 Jun 2014 48,201 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 37,663 miles

rear brakes sticking

Fail 3 Jun 2013 37,577 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear brakes sticking

Pass 21 Jun 2012 26,031 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 MGU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MGU, 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 MGU registered?

SM09 MGU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 June 2009.

Is SM09 MGU safe to buy?

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