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BT59 VZL

2010 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

102,793 mi
Last recorded102,793 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Skoda Octavia91,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT59 VZL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 102,793 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2025 100,359 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 98,015 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 98,015 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 95,677 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 93,195 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 88,806 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Feb 2021 88,750 miles

Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface both damaged and sharp edges (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 85,418 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 79,549 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 73,626 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 73,626 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 63,399 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 53,703 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 42,279 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 30,276 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 22,222 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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BT59 VZL is a 2010 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 91,214 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 BT59 VZL, 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 16 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT59 VZL registered?

BT59 VZL is a 2010 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 February 2010.

Is BT59 VZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT59 VZL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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