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BF59 ZXB

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

222,138 mi
Last recorded222,138 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 ZXB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 222,138 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2025 222,125 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 211,963 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 199,643 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 188,167 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 188,003 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 156,883 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 156,883 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 125,321 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 125,217 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Fail 22 Apr 2021 124,718 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2021 124,604 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 97,520 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 97,446 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 65,355 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Jul 2018 38,996 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 38,996 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 38,637 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 37,070 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 37,070 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 27,009 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Nov 2012 27,009 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 10,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 6,927 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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BF59 ZXB is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BF59 ZXB, 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 BF59 ZXB registered?

BF59 ZXB is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 September 2009.

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