CarVerify

Free Car Check

DG59 PGU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

364,245 mi
Last recorded364,245 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 PGU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 364,245 miles

Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2023 363,625 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure coil spring (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2022 323,774 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside tie bar inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Fail 10 Mar 2022 323,772 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2021 282,186 miles

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

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Fail 15 Mar 2021 281,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2020 240,707 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Fail 17 Mar 2020 239,893 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers under-trays fitted obscuring some engine bay underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2019 206,302 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside inner side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Mar 2019 206,116 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside inner side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2018 164,240 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 164,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 127,723 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2015 87,369 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2014 74,534 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 58,642 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 42,534 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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DG59 PGU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 DG59 PGU, 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

How do I check the history of DG59 PGU?

You can check the full history of DG59 PGU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DG59 PGU registered?

DG59 PGU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is DG59 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 PGU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG59 PGU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DG59 PGU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.