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PY58 FVN

2009 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

281,360 mi
Last recorded281,360 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY58 FVN
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 281,360 miles

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

engine warning light on

slight damage to centre of nearside outer sill

Fail 23 Oct 2014 281,360 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

engine warning light on

nearside front tyre worn low and bald & cut on inner edge

slight damage to centre of nearside outer sill

Pass 6 Dec 2012 192,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

lower centre of windscreen damaged

Fail 5 Dec 2012 192,498 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

lower centre of windscreen damaged

Pass 19 Dec 2011 136,810 miles

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

front brake discs wearing thin

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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PY58 FVN is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 PY58 FVN, 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 PY58 FVN registered?

PY58 FVN is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 20 February 2009.

Is PY58 FVN safe to buy?

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