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GL59 LWY

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

148,956 mi
Last recorded148,956 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 LWY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 148,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 129,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 110,057 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 110,056 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 92,343 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 83,462 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 75,500 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 66,059 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 56,134 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 46,146 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 37,259 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 29,070 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 LWY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GL59 LWY, 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 GL59 LWY registered?

GL59 LWY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is GL59 LWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 LWY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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