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SM59 OMZ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

177,433 mi
Last recorded177,433 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 OMZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 177,433 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 177,135 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 174,079 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 173,237 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 173,222 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 151,163 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 137,708 miles

Rear Window Washers inopperative

Pass 18 Dec 2013 122,649 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 122,642 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 110,397 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 110,395 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 96,253 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 96,476 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)

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

n/s/r seatbelt stalk plastic surrond broken

Pass 19 Jun 2012 84,648 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 68,200 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 51,468 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 33,564 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 33,558 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Taxi metre time 9mins slow

Pass 29 Jun 2010 17,086 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 17,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SM59 OMZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SM59 OMZ, 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 SM59 OMZ registered?

SM59 OMZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is SM59 OMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 OMZ shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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