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KY59 GVJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,035 mi
Last recorded125,035 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 GVJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 125,035 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2026 124,944 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 112,083 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both. (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 112,080 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both cracking. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 101,683 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 90,150 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 80,120 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 73,429 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 65,226 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 56,632 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 50,671 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 45,390 miles

Both front tyres heavy wear at shoulders.

Pass 7 Sep 2015 41,148 miles

Both front and rear discs dis-coloured

Pass 30 Sep 2014 36,665 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front wing damaged

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 27,506 miles

nearside rear tyre sawtoothing

offside rear tyre sawtoothing

wiper blades poor

Pass 14 Sep 2012 22,753 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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KY59 GVJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey 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 KY59 GVJ, 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 KY59 GVJ registered?

KY59 GVJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 September 2009.

Is KY59 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 GVJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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