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LD59 LJU

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,961 mi
Last recorded79,961 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 LJU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 79,961 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 77,807 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 77,803 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Oct 2020 73,048 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 67,570 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 67,570 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 61,776 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 55,923 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 46,590 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear worn inner edge

Offside Front worn inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 29 Oct 2015 39,181 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 39,175 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 29,206 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 25,564 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 25,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 16,991 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LD59 LJU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LD59 LJU, 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 LD59 LJU registered?

LD59 LJU is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is LD59 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 LJU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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