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Skoda Octavia

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,968 cc

J8 BFUMOT history

J8 BFU is a white diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 1 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 118,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

J8 BFU white Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
118,284 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
14,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 BFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 BFU was last recorded at 118,284 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 10,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,725 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,559 miles
Average per year
14,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,284 miles
  • 2025 – 107,725 miles
  • 2024 – 93,154 miles
  • 2023 – 83,297 miles
  • 2022 – 72,691 miles
  • 2020 – 44,790 miles
  • 2019 – 25,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,284 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 18 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,284 miles (+10,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    118,284 miles
    Test number
    778826467715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass107,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    107,725 miles
    Test number
    680109474083
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail107,725 miles (+14,571)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,725 miles
    Test number
    579288124536
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,154 miles (+9,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,154 miles
    Test number
    527062463852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass83,297 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    748445420086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail83,230 miles (+10,539)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,230 miles
    Test number
    298768650791
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass72,691 miles (+27,901)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,691 miles
    Test number
    436132095405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,790 miles (+19,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    559618296663
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass25,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,141 miles
    Test number
    456422172931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 BFU

Does J8 BFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 BFU is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 BFU?
The MOT on J8 BFU is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 BFU done?
J8 BFU was recorded at 118,284 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 14,355 miles a year.
Has J8 BFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 BFU has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on J8 BFU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J8 BFU find?
J8 BFU passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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