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VK09 VHP

2009 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,768 mi
Last recorded110,768 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 VHP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 110,768 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 106,383 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 102,209 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 99,436 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 98,033 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 94,305 miles

front brake discs worn on inner surfaces

Pass 14 Jun 2018 90,105 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 90,105 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 83,937 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 77,406 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s/r tyre slightly perished

Pass 13 Jun 2015 71,391 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 64,315 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 64,315 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 55,163 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 44,040 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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VK09 VHP is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VK09 VHP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK09 VHP registered?

VK09 VHP is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 June 2009.

Is VK09 VHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK09 VHP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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