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AK59 DYP

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,444 mi
Last recorded162,444 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2015
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 DYP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2015 162,444 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding

Fail 25 Mar 2015 162,273 miles

Nearside Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding

Pass 21 Oct 2013 116,895 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both sides rear tyres unevenly worn

offside rear tail light inop

Pass 26 Oct 2012 81,015 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 DYP is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AK59 DYP, 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 AK59 DYP registered?

AK59 DYP is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 October 2009.

Is AK59 DYP safe to buy?

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