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FG59 ZXR

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

207,031 mi
Last recorded207,031 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 ZXR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 207,031 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 187,596 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 169,924 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 142,700 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 142,700 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2020 136,161 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 116,943 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 116,943 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 113,896 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 113,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 106,900 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 101,268 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 90,318 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 80,632 miles

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

nearside front tyre cut on sidewall

Pass 6 Nov 2013 67,259 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 67,259 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 56,880 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 56,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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FG59 ZXR is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FG59 ZXR, 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 FG59 ZXR registered?

FG59 ZXR is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is FG59 ZXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG59 ZXR shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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