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AK59 DTX

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,169 mi
Last recorded128,169 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 DTX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 128,169 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear seats and seat belts unable to be tested

Pass 9 Jun 2025 119,007 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 106,509 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 106,385 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 102,771 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 99,047 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 94,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 94,140 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracks in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 89,246 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 84,150 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 84,150 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (wishbone) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (size 205.55.R 16) (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment recommended.

Pass 12 Sep 2018 75,307 miles

Front Inner Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (wishbone bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 68,076 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 61,602 miles

Front under tray fiited

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2015 55,861 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,779 miles

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

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

slight age cracks o/s/r tyre tread

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,397 miles

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

nail in nearside front tyre.

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge.

offside rear tyre cracking in tread.

Pass 4 Sep 2012 28,787 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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AK59 DTX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AK59 DTX, 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 AK59 DTX registered?

AK59 DTX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2009.

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