CarVerify

Free Car Check

YR59 UVY

2009 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

207,761 mi
Last recorded207,761 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
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

RegistrationYR59 UVY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2009
ColourWhite
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

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 207,761 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 207,733 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 207,705 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 200,735 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 193,447 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 193,408 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 188,754 miles

Nearside Front section missing

Nearside Rear lens cracked not showing white light

Fail 17 Dec 2018 188,606 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front section missing

Nearside Rear lens cracked not showing white light

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 173,277 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 167,987 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 158,713 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 158,019 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 146,705 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 140,588 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 130,592 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 117,123 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 95,471 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 92,766 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 92,766 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 76,188 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 59,204 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
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

YR59 UVY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YR59 UVY, 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 YR59 UVY?

You can check the full history of YR59 UVY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YR59 UVY registered?

YR59 UVY is a 2009 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is YR59 UVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 UVY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR59 UVY 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 YR59 UVY. 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.