Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Skoda Roomster?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Skoda Roomster?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Skoda Roomster?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Skoda Roomster vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

47% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Skoda Roomster reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,445 vehicles, the 2009 Skoda Roomster has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Skoda Roomster?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Skoda Roomster are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (48.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (47.6% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (46.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Skoda Roomster?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Skoda Roomster (2009)

1,445 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.2% first-time pass rate

2009 Skoda Roomster

CarHunch analysed 1,445 real MOT records for the 2009 Skoda Roomster. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Skoda Roomster falls short of the UK average with a 76.2% pass rate, and nearly half of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a serious concern for any buyer. Diesel variants are the real weak point, passing MOT just 74.1% of the time against petrol's 78.6%, suggesting the diesel engines in this generation have aged less gracefully.

At around 69,000 miles on average, these Roomsters are showing their age fairly heavily with 4.3 failures per vehicle and over 21 advisories—that's a lot of small issues accumulating. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, brakes, and engine condition, and budget for regular remedial work if you go for a diesel model.

The 2009 Skoda Roomster has a decent first-time pass rate (76.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

76.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

46.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.27

Over 17 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

76k

Middle half: 57k–96k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 21.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,445 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,445 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 48.6%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 42.1%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 31.4%

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 21.2%

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 4.6 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

78.7%

Petrol

659 vehicles

74.1%

Diesel

785 vehicles

Before you buy a 2009 Skoda Roomster

Based on MOT data from 1,445 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (54%)	785	74.1%	4.73
Petrol (46%)	659	78.7%	3.73

Colour Breakdown

Based on 22,761 Skoda Roomster vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 29.2%

6,651

Silver 23.4%

5,337

Grey 14.8%

3,374

Beige 9.9%

2,245

Black 7.2%

1,645

Red 4.5%

1,017

Green 4.4%

992

White 2.6%

588

Maroon 2.5%

563

Brown 1.5%

342

Gold 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Skoda Roomster vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

75,613

typical

57,297

low mileage

95,761

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Skoda Roomster vehicles fall between 57,297 and 95,761 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 57,297 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 57,297–95,761 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Skoda Roomsters sit.

⚠ Over 129,277 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Skoda Roomster — Still on the Road

Most 2009 Skoda Roomsters are still being driven.

1,029 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.27

Avg failures per vehicle

21.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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