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SO59 VSK

2009 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

250,686 mi
Last recorded250,686 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO59 VSK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 250,686 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Feb 2016 224,540 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 201,799 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Aug 2014 162,422 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 153,420 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 153,409 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 115,931 miles

NSR bump stop very worn

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)

Fail 21 Sep 2012 115,931 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

NSR bump stop very worn

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)

Fail 19 Oct 2011 73,175 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 73,175 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 32,377 miles

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

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

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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SO59 VSK is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SO59 VSK, 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 SO59 VSK registered?

SO59 VSK is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is SO59 VSK safe to buy?

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