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AF59 YSL

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

294,092 mi
Last recorded294,092 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 YSL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 294,092 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2025 290,252 miles

engine oil leaks

Fail 2 Sep 2025 290,198 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine oil leaks

Pass 21 Aug 2024 285,760 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 280,886 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2023 280,886 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 27,624 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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AF59 YSL is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AF59 YSL, 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 AF59 YSL registered?

AF59 YSL is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is AF59 YSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 YSL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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