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YR59 LOF

2009 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

172,078 mi
Last recorded172,078 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 2009 Skoda Octavia92,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 LOF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 172,078 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 171,986 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking engine (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

both rear upper shock absorber plastic sleeves insecure

engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2016 151,054 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 120,797 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 120,797 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 109,627 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 95,073 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 89,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YR59 LOF is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR59 LOF, 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 YR59 LOF registered?

YR59 LOF is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is YR59 LOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 LOF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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