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SY59 VHJ

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,164 mi
Last recorded138,164 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY59 VHJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 138,164 miles

Underside chassis and suspension components heavily corroded

Fail 3 Feb 2026 138,164 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Underside chassis and suspension components heavily corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2025 133,944 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 129,365 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 122,494 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 116,579 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 111,147 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 111,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 104,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 104,174 miles

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 91,529 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 87,368 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 70,107 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 70,107 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 65,638 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 53,534 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 41,684 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 34,959 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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SY59 VHJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SY59 VHJ, 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 SY59 VHJ registered?

SY59 VHJ is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 13 November 2009.

Is SY59 VHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY59 VHJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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