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GF59 SYH

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,268 mi
Last recorded132,268 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 SYH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 132,268 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 132,268 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 125,576 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 125,576 miles

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

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 114,955 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 102,745 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 89,087 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 74,026 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 70,004 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 63,558 miles

Offside Front tyre worn smooth on inside edge, main tread approx' 3mm remaining

Pass 12 Nov 2015 53,067 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Nov 2014 44,755 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 36,373 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 24,634 miles

Small cut to offside front tyre outer sidewall

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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GF59 SYH is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol 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 GF59 SYH, 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 GF59 SYH registered?

GF59 SYH is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is GF59 SYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 SYH 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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