CarVerify

Free Car Check

WJ59 HBG

2009 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

263,861 mi
Last recorded263,861 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ59 HBG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 263,861 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 245,487 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 245,323 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 231,341 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Nov 2017 231,257 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm uneven wear inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 May 2017 217,851 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak slight oil leak around gear box area ()

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 202,627 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 186,514 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint lower drop link has slight play (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 May 2016 186,487 miles

Offside Front Inner Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint lower drop link has slight play (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 169,463 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing outside edge

Pass 19 May 2015 154,411 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 137,458 miles

Boot lid damaged

rear window washers inopp

Fail 11 Nov 2014 137,449 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Boot lid damaged

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Tariff sheet missing

light out warning on dash

rear window washers inopp

Pass 22 May 2014 122,234 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 105,087 miles

rear window washers inopperative

Pass 21 May 2013 89,450 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disks heavily scored

Fail 17 May 2013 89,190 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 72,618 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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
Full Skoda Octavia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WJ59 HBG 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 72.2%.

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 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 WJ59 HBG, 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

How do I check the history of WJ59 HBG?

You can check the full history of WJ59 HBG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WJ59 HBG registered?

WJ59 HBG is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 4 November 2009.

Is WJ59 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ59 HBG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WJ59 HBG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WJ59 HBG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.