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YT09 UKU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

185,377 mi
Last recorded185,377 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT09 UKU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 185,377 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users - slight (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn - slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2022 185,377 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users - slight (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn - slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 173,789 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 173,713 miles

Nearside Front Upper All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 122,743 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Fail 28 Feb 2020 121,276 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2019 74,523 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to legal minimum (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 68,490 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 60,350 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 52,103 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 43,060 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 37,650 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 37,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 31,821 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 25,819 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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YT09 UKU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YT09 UKU, 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 YT09 UKU registered?

YT09 UKU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 6 March 2009.

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