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YH09 HWZ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

160,332 mi
Last recorded160,332 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH09 HWZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 160,332 miles

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

Rear Vehicle damaged at rear bumper, bumper is secure but could not inspect internal damage due to under covers. Have advised presenter

Fail 18 Oct 2018 160,329 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle damaged at rear bumper, bumper is secure but could not inspect internal damage due to under covers. Have advised presenter

Pass 23 Oct 2017 143,525 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

emission only just met

Fail 16 Oct 2017 143,151 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke 5.99 (7.4.B.3a)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke still 2.80 pass level for this age of vehicle is 1.50 (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% mounted in wing mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 140,151 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke 5.99 (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% mounted in wing mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Oct 2017 142,999 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 142,991 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 156,897 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 123,495 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 106,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Oct 2014 106,874 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 99,264 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 82,353 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 54,096 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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YH09 HWZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 YH09 HWZ, 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 HWZ registered?

YH09 HWZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 April 2009.

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