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HY59 LMJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,627 mi
Last recorded132,627 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY59 LMJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 132,627 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs, inner brake faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

General underbody corrosion around rear subframe area.

Fail 3 Oct 2025 131,824 miles

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

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Headlamp aim too high Both front headlights. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords/ply visible through cracks. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge of the tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs, inner brake faces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

General underbody corrosion around rear subframe area.

Pass 28 Oct 2024 126,422 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2024 126,376 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 119,514 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 112,531 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Unable to test rear seatbelts ()

Pass 13 Oct 2021 102,927 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower 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 19 Oct 2020 99,666 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 95,647 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 89,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 85,035 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 78,638 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 72,766 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 62,397 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 52,074 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 43,914 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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HY59 LMJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HY59 LMJ, 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 HY59 LMJ registered?

HY59 LMJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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