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AU59 TYO

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,227 mi
Last recorded55,227 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 TYO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 55,227 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 43,711 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 42,561 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 41,387 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 41,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 39,878 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 38,875 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 38,041 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 36,392 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 34,478 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 32,607 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 32,607 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 30,701 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 29,339 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 27,996 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,574 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 19,381 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 19,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AU59 TYO is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 AU59 TYO, 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 AU59 TYO registered?

AU59 TYO is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AU59 TYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 TYO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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