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WG59 BUO

2009 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,335 mi
Last recorded56,335 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG59 BUO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2026 56,335 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2025 54,499 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 54,488 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2024 52,353 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2024 52,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 49,639 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 46,674 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 46,674 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 41,562 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 38,416 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 38,402 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 35,410 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 30,935 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 27,190 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 27,177 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 23,770 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 19,803 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 16,783 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 16,763 miles

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

coolant light on ( header tank empty )

Pass 15 Oct 2013 13,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2012 10,861 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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WG59 BUO is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WG59 BUO, 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 WG59 BUO registered?

WG59 BUO is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 November 2009.

Is WG59 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG59 BUO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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