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YF09 FMM

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,787 mi
Last recorded198,787 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 FMM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 198,787 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 176,752 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 176,752 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2023 169,918 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 169,918 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jan 2022 167,589 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 163,270 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 153,786 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 153,786 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2018 140,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2016 68,127 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 58,167 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 48,347 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jun 2013 36,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 36,349 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 26,209 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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YF09 FMM 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF09 FMM, 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 YF09 FMM registered?

YF09 FMM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 June 2009.

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