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VK59 GWF

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,843 mi
Last recorded89,843 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 GWF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 89,843 miles

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively 7 pin plug bracket corroded (6.1.6 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2026 89,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Front Rear subframe corroded

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Dust cover perished. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively 7 pin plug bracket corroded (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 88,965 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 88,965 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 87,040 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 85,543 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 84,133 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 82,642 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 80,620 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 75,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 66,288 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 59,521 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 50,798 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 43,913 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 34,280 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 26,079 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 18,257 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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VK59 GWF is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VK59 GWF, 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 VK59 GWF registered?

VK59 GWF is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is VK59 GWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK59 GWF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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