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PX59 ZDS

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

158,790 mi
Last recorded158,790 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX59 ZDS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 158,790 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 145,481 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 141,661 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 129,020 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 128,915 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 121,178 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 120,589 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 120,589 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 113,819 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 113,818 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 102,174 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 3 Oct 2018 94,976 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 88,853 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 88,842 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 82,961 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 71,288 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 59,362 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 44,021 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 29,407 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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PX59 ZDS is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PX59 ZDS, 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 PX59 ZDS registered?

PX59 ZDS is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is PX59 ZDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX59 ZDS shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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