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KU59 FGX

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,092 mi
Last recorded100,092 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 FGX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 100,092 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Dec 2025 100,092 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 88,614 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 74,857 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both rears (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes on front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts and Osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 68,526 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 67,434 miles

Black smoke on acceleration.

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Wiper's smearing wind-screen but still clear view.

Pass 14 Dec 2020 66,085 miles

Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring view of some testable items.

Vehicle tested in damp/ wet conditions.

Pass 11 Jul 2019 61,667 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

General under-body corrosion.

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm at lowest point. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Cracked. (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring view of some testable items.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 59,916 miles

engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 17 Jul 2018 56,915 miles

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

engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 12 Jul 2017 51,729 miles

o/s/r tyre deteriating

under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 8 Jul 2016 47,844 miles

both rear tyres perishing and cracking

undertrays fitted

Fail 7 Jul 2016 47,816 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both rear tyres perishing and cracking

undertrays fitted

Fail 24 Jul 2015 40,749 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle tested under wet conditions

Pass 24 Jul 2015 40,749 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle tested under wet conditions

Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil on minimum

Pass 28 Aug 2012 22,087 miles

both rear tyres at legal limit & perishing recommend replacement

cover over engine / large undertrat & floorpan mouldings giving restricted views

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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KU59 FGX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KU59 FGX, 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 KU59 FGX registered?

KU59 FGX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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