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FV59 DAU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

105,942 mi
Last recorded105,942 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 DAU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 105,942 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 137,088 miles

Front both console bushes cracked and perished

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 137,088 miles

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

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

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

Front both console bushes cracked and perished

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

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

Fail 26 Sep 2014 114,127 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside rear light lense cracked

Pass 26 Sep 2014 114,127 miles

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

nearside rear light lense cracked

Pass 8 Oct 2013 92,884 miles

eye level brake light inop

nearside front tyre worn inner edge

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2012 61,654 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 61,654 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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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FV59 DAU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FV59 DAU, 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 FV59 DAU registered?

FV59 DAU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 November 2009.

Is FV59 DAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 DAU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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