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YH09 HBJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

162,321 mi
Last recorded162,321 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 HBJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 162,321 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 151,477 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 140,638 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 118,117 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 104,872 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 103,223 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 86,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 86,404 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 71,123 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 65,697 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YH09 HBJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YH09 HBJ, 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 YH09 HBJ registered?

YH09 HBJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2009.

Is YH09 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH09 HBJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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