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AU59 VPZ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,090 mi
Last recorded107,090 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 VPZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 107,090 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 102,476 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 102,476 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 89,569 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 75,215 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 60,231 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 41,619 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 31,812 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 31,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 25,210 miles

eml on

Fail 13 Dec 2013 25,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

eml on

Pass 9 Aug 2012 15,429 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 VPZ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AU59 VPZ, 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 VPZ registered?

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

Is AU59 VPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU59 VPZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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