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SW09 FFD

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

209,578 mi
Last recorded209,578 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW09 FFD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 209,578 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 185,348 miles

Rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 16 Feb 2022 171,245 miles

Rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 15 Feb 2021 151,090 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2021 151,090 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 135,209 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Jul 2018 123,998 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 111,010 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 102,731 miles

all rear suspension bushes are starting to perish

exhaust system is corroded

front brake discs are worn and slightly pitted

obligatory mirror is damaged

rear axel is corroded

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 9 Jul 2016 102,728 miles

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

all rear suspension bushes are starting to perish

exhaust system is corroded

front brake discs are worn and slightly pitted

rear axel is corroded

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 8 Jul 2015 91,188 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 78,867 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 68,681 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 53,331 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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SW09 FFD is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SW09 FFD, 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 SW09 FFD registered?

SW09 FFD is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is SW09 FFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW09 FFD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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