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SM09 MHL

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,331 mi
Last recorded116,331 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 MHL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 116,331 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 116,331 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 109,469 miles

Nearside Rear back plate rubbing

dpf and management light on

exhaust centre clamp

Pass 10 Oct 2016 99,838 miles

Offside Front headlamp not adjusting

bonnet stay holder broken

emmisions dpf light on

Pass 15 Sep 2015 85,051 miles

Front discs and pads worn

Rear discs and pads high recommend

rear tyres inner edges bald

Pass 11 Sep 2014 77,756 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 73,209 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damage

Pass 13 Aug 2012 65,293 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 MHL is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MHL, 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 MHL registered?

SM09 MHL is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is SM09 MHL safe to buy?

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