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GL59 WLC

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,985 mi
Last recorded46,985 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 WLC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 46,985 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2026 46,938 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 35,901 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened multiple suspension components are corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 35,843 miles

Front Both front shock absorbers corroded but not seriously weakened

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 35,258 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 35,258 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 33,604 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 33,604 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 33,439 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 33,439 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 32,223 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 31,333 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 31,333 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 30,124 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 28,914 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 27,510 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 24,618 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 17,609 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 14,706 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 14,706 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 WLC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WLC, 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 WLC registered?

GL59 WLC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 December 2009.

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