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GL59 JYV

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,003 mi
Last recorded38,003 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 JYV
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 38,003 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 36,734 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 35,139 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 32,831 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 32,831 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 30,204 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 27,598 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205.60.15 91V, Firestone. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205.60.15 91V, Firestone. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 25,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205.6015 91V Firestone. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205.6015 91V Firestone. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 23,628 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 20,890 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 17,903 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 15,522 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 13,588 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 11,173 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 8,427 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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GL59 JYV is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GL59 JYV, 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 GL59 JYV registered?

GL59 JYV is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is GL59 JYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 JYV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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