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Skoda Octavia

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

L17 TMLMOT history

L17 TML is a black diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 111,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

L17 TML black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
111,523 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L17 TML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L17 TML was last recorded at 111,523 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,493 miles · 24 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
4,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,523 miles
  • 2025 – 107,920 miles
  • 2024 – 104,882 miles
  • 2023 – 102,114 miles
  • 2022 – 98,470 miles
  • 2021 – 95,659 miles
  • 2020 – 93,790 miles
  • 2019 – 89,631 miles
  • 2018 – 85,520 miles
  • 2017 – 82,405 miles
  • 2016 – 77,572 miles
  • 2015 – 70,251 miles
  • 2014 – 63,821 miles
  • 2013 – 57,340 miles
  • 2012 – 54,175 miles
  • 2011 – 50,636 miles
  • 2010 – 46,938 miles
  • 2009 – 41,784 miles
  • 2008 – 38,126 miles
  • 2007 – 30,261 miles
  • 2006 – 21,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,523 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded advise replace

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,523 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    111,523 miles
    Test number
    176318043911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,493 miles (+3,573)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,493 miles
    Test number
    961422988450
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Emits excessive black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat Inoperative (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass107,920 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,920 miles
    Test number
    783516580252
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded advise replace (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail107,910 miles (+3,028)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,910 miles
    Test number
    353303622201
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded advise replace (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass104,882 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    557089171252
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail104,882 miles (+2,768)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    157916155468
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass102,114 miles (+3,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,114 miles
    Test number
    422041929768
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass98,470 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,470 miles
    Test number
    487109546853
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail98,470 miles (+2,811)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,470 miles
    Test number
    817473274292
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass95,659 miles (+1,869)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,659 miles
    Test number
    469943109919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,790 miles (+4,159)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,790 miles
    Test number
    925844632171
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass89,631 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    182750242520
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail89,631 miles (+4,111)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    251713080281
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass85,520 miles (+3,115)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,520 miles
    Test number
    394886316691
    • AdvisoryFront 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
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass82,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,405 miles
    Test number
    523024682352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,405 miles (+4,833)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,405 miles
    Test number
    261570340860
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  17. Pass77,572 miles (+7,321)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    77,572 miles
    Test number
    286256188390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,251 miles (+6,430)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,251 miles
    Test number
    706697445187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear damper shroud separated and dropped.
  19. Pass63,821 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,821 miles
    Test number
    297963554129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to split
  20. Fail63,821 miles (+6,481)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,821 miles
    Test number
    387453454186
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades starting to split
  21. Pass57,340 miles (+3,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,340 miles
    Test number
    586062323173
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  22. Pass54,175 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,175 miles
    Test number
    277095022141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,636 miles (+3,698)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,636 miles
    Test number
    828482031127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,938 miles (+5,154)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    46,938 miles
    Test number
    771218530107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,784 miles
    Test number
    971355629168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,784 miles (+3,658)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,784 miles
    Test number
    420695729125
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
  27. Pass38,126 miles (+7,865)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,126 miles
    Test number
    282297528117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,261 miles (+8,858)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,261 miles
    Test number
    712519927175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,403 miles
    Test number
    864408136116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L17 TML

Does L17 TML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L17 TML is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L17 TML?
The MOT on L17 TML is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L17 TML done?
L17 TML was recorded at 111,523 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 4,444 miles a year.
Has L17 TML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L17 TML has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L17 TML 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 L17 TML find?
L17 TML passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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