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VU09 XMY

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,930 mi
Last recorded54,930 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 XMY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 54,930 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 54,929 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 54,230 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 53,331 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 51,902 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 50,747 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 49,855 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 49,330 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror cap broken unlikely to fall off (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear number plate delaminating (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 46,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 43,602 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 40,208 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 40,208 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 35,903 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 35,903 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2015 31,700 miles

ESP light on

Passenger mirror cracked

Slight damage to passenger mirror housing

Pass 26 Mar 2014 27,781 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 23,771 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,699 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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VU09 XMY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VU09 XMY, 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 VU09 XMY registered?

VU09 XMY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 April 2009.

Is VU09 XMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 XMY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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