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XSU 407

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

114,949 mi
Last recorded114,949 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSU 407
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 114,949 miles

Central Front Exhaust flexi pipe outer cover worn.

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 113,182 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 112,072 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 109,855 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2022 109,828 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 103,895 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 95,825 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and offside front, getting close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 87,301 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded on inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 74,415 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 61,827 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 48,844 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 34,446 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 26,505 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 18,861 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 13,018 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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XSU 407 is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XSU 407, 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 XSU 407 registered?

XSU 407 is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is XSU 407 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSU 407 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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