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LV59 GWW

2009 Skoda Octavia

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,413 mi
Last recorded72,413 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 GWW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 72,413 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 72,411 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 70,585 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 69,629 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 68,259 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 66,474 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 64,700 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 64,663 miles

Exhaust system insecure Sleeve clamp deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification Spring fitted upside down (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front n/s and o/s brake hose very close to strut mounting bolt on full steering lock

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing in centre (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 62,539 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 58,657 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 58,657 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 54,582 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 52,880 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 47,468 miles

n/s/r baby seat fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2014 43,250 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 36,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F & O/S/F Tyre tread wearing on inner & outer edges.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Nov 2012 28,898 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 28,898 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LV59 GWW is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LV59 GWW, 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 LV59 GWW registered?

LV59 GWW is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 November 2009.

Is LV59 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 GWW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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