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AK59 RYM

2009 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,181 mi
Last recorded123,181 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 RYM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 123,181 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 123,179 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2025 114,913 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 111,896 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 106,178 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 101,165 miles

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

Offside INDICATOR WARNING LIGHT DIM

Pass 27 Nov 2020 96,286 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 93,477 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 84,705 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 84,705 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 59,102 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 44,831 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 RYM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RYM, 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 RYM registered?

AK59 RYM is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 November 2009.

Is AK59 RYM safe to buy?

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