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GL59 MKF

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,111 mi
Last recorded125,111 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 MKF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 125,111 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 110,688 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 99,208 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 97,348 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2022 91,205 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 86,334 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2021 86,205 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2020 80,553 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 73,312 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 68,702 miles

front and rear lower arm bushes worn

nearside front tyre side wall damaged

nearside rear tyre balding inner also splitting inner (on limits)

nearside rear wheel buckeled

tyres cracking

Pass 20 Jul 2017 59,295 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,979 miles

Engine coolant close to minimum level

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front inner (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre deteriorating

Offside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and nearside rear outer (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 48,978 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine coolant close to minimum level

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside front inner (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre deteriorating

Offside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and nearside rear outer (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 40,005 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 35,362 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 27,638 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 22,994 miles

rear tyre inner treads worn unevenly

Fail 10 Jan 2013 22,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear tyre inner treads worn unevenly

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 MKF is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel 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 GL59 MKF, 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 MKF registered?

GL59 MKF is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 December 2009.

Is GL59 MKF safe to buy?

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