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VU09 ZKR

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,916 mi
Last recorded91,916 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 ZKR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 91,916 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 May 2025 91,916 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 90,598 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 87,617 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 83,547 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 79,318 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Sep 2020 75,547 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 68,883 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 59,785 miles

EML light on

Pass 25 May 2017 46,835 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 46,835 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 29,480 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,096 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 17,092 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 17,091 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 17,090 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 ZKR is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZKR, 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 ZKR registered?

VU09 ZKR is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is VU09 ZKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU09 ZKR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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