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LC59 LHW

2009 Skoda Octavia

Maroon Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,071 mi
Last recorded148,071 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 LHW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 148,071 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 129,066 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 120,158 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 May 2023 100,968 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 94,145 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 94,078 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 80,511 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 68,485 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 48,447 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 33,708 miles

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

front brake discs are grooved and worn

Pass 13 Oct 2017 17,600 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 15,776 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 13,660 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 13,660 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 11,466 miles

N/S/F side reppeter inductor cover damaged

N/S/F tyre age cracked all around and side wall rubber cut

N/S/R tyre age cracked

O/S/F tyre age cracked

O/S/R tyre age cracked

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 9,658 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 9,592 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 7,350 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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LC59 LHW is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Maroon with a 1,896cc 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 LC59 LHW, 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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LC59 LHW is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 24 November 2009.

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