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BJ59 YLU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,468 mi
Last recorded83,468 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 YLU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 83,468 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 68,161 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 62,874 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 56,299 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 48,330 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2016 41,302 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear brake has a slight bind

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes have a slight bind

Fail 10 Nov 2016 41,302 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear brake has a slight bind

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brakes have a slight bind

Pass 12 Nov 2015 35,105 miles

Front wheels have a slight bind

Offside Rear wheel has a slight bind

Pass 11 Nov 2014 29,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 14 Nov 2013 24,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 16,885 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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BJ59 YLU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BJ59 YLU, 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 BJ59 YLU registered?

BJ59 YLU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is BJ59 YLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 YLU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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