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MX59 XLC

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,145 mi
Last recorded172,145 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX59 XLC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2026 172,145 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2026 172,118 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2025 161,508 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened d bushes slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrsion

Fail 19 Sep 2025 161,506 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working side llight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened d bushes slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general under body corrsion

Pass 19 Sep 2024 151,953 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 141,707 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 141,702 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 130,797 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 118,196 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 106,033 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 91,310 miles

upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2018 83,391 miles

glow plug light flashing

Pass 7 Sep 2017 79,549 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 79,462 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 76,058 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 72,934 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 69,614 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2014 61,199 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 59,294 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 49,166 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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MX59 XLC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MX59 XLC, 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 MX59 XLC registered?

MX59 XLC is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 December 2009.

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