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SV09 WLJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

101,204 mi
Last recorded101,204 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV09 WLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 101,204 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 92,523 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f n/s/f rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2022 92,425 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear chassis at rear subframe mounting points on both sides of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill weakened by corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill weakened by corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened spring arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

parking brake lever badly chewed but still operational

Pass 12 Jan 2021 88,011 miles

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis at rear of vehicle on both sides corroded and access limited (5.3.6 (a) (i))

parking brake lever inside vehicle damaged but still operates

rear seat belts not checked due to car being loaded and preventing access

Fail 8 Jan 2021 88,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened heat damage disc discoloured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis at rear of vehicle on both sides corroded and access limited (5.3.6 (a) (i))

parking brake lever inside vehicle damaged but still operates

rear seat belts not checked due to car being loaded and preventing access

Pass 5 Jul 2019 80,124 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

vehicle has corrosion at key suspension mounting areas

Pass 2 Jul 2018 76,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

gear knob has sharp edges caused by chewing

parking brake lever has been chewed by a dog

Pass 5 Jul 2017 67,676 miles

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately chewed by a dog (3.1.8)

gear knob has sharp edges caused by chewing

Fail 4 Jul 2017 67,676 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 60 15 (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately chewed by a dog (3.1.8)

gear knob has sharp edges caused by chewing

Pass 6 Jul 2016 60,707 miles

Gear knob has sharp edges caused by chewing

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately Chewed by dog (3.1.8)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 60,707 miles

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

Gear knob has sharp edges caused by chewing

Parking brake lever modified, but not inappropriately Chewed by dog (3.1.8)

seat covering removed to inspect seatbelts on rear seat

windscreen washers topped up to test

Pass 1 Jul 2015 53,829 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 48,121 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 39,636 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 31,527 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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SV09 WLJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SV09 WLJ, 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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SV09 WLJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 April 2009.

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