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GF59 SZC

2009 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,559 mi
Last recorded68,559 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 SZC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2026 68,559 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2026 68,559 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2025 62,209 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 58,273 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2023 53,600 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2022 52,457 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated damaged (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 50,082 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 49,512 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 49,107 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 6 Nov 2018 47,310 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 47,310 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 45,635 miles

both front tyres are down to approx. 3mm of tread

Pass 12 Oct 2016 40,897 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 40,897 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 35,270 miles

front brake pads are getting low

front wiper blades are starting to smear

Pass 7 Nov 2014 30,768 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 26,189 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 18,866 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
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GF59 SZC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SZC, 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

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What year was GF59 SZC registered?

GF59 SZC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is GF59 SZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 SZC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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