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RV59 RBY

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,733 mi
Last recorded156,733 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 RBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 156,733 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged rear sensor (1.6 (e))

Fail 14 Mar 2026 156,733 miles

Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged rear sensor (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 152,645 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) does not face the rear (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 151,204 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 150,738 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking leaking from handbrake actuator arm (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 142,983 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 142,935 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2017 141,799 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 23 Feb 2017 134,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 124,165 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn not fully secure to hub (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 105,521 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 104,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 88,782 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 88,225 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2013 70,467 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 70,352 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 67,480 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 67,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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RV59 RBY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RV59 RBY, 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 RV59 RBY registered?

RV59 RBY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is RV59 RBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 RBY shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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