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SN59 GUX

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

141,866 mi
Last recorded141,866 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN59 GUX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2023 141,866 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 141,117 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 131,091 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 131,090 miles

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

Front Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 127,594 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 116,912 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 106,294 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 97,363 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 97,362 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2015 84,679 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 66,732 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 53,487 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 37,711 miles

front tyres perished

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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SN59 GUX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SN59 GUX, 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 SN59 GUX registered?

SN59 GUX is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is SN59 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN59 GUX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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