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AK59 RHU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

176,729 mi
Last recorded176,729 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 RHU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 176,729 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 163,879 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 163,877 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear lamp lens cracked.

Pass 21 Aug 2019 151,264 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 128,277 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 119,920 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 119,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 102,296 miles

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

Nearside Rear light lense repaired with tape

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 80,394 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED COVERING FULL FLOOR PAN

Nearside Rear TYRE HAS NAIL IN TREAD

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% BOTH SIDES (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 61,742 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both sides (1.1.A.3b)

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering floor pan

Pass 28 May 2015 45,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2015 44,715 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

windscreen wipers are just starting to smear

Pass 12 Aug 2014 38,013 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 35,332 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 25,201 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 RHU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RHU, 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 RHU registered?

AK59 RHU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is AK59 RHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 RHU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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