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BJ59 YRC

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

307,122 mi
Last recorded307,122 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 YRC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 307,122 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 275,812 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 222,333 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 207,169 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2019 184,174 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 149,410 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 117,372 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 117,372 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 80,206 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

undershield fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 21 Jan 2016 52,591 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 43,306 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jan 2015 43,306 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 35,419 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Jan 2013 28,911 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 YRC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YRC, 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 YRC registered?

BJ59 YRC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is BJ59 YRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ59 YRC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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