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Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,289 cc

L288 RPXMOT history

L288 RPX is a red petrol Skoda Favorit first used on 2 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 46,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2026
Mileage
46,929 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L288 RPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Favorit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,289 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L288 RPX was last recorded at 46,929 miles on 5 Jul 2025, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
46,715 miles · 15 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 46,929 miles
  • 2020 – 46,715 miles
  • 2019 – 46,610 miles
  • 2018 – 46,332 miles
  • 2017 – 45,949 miles
  • 2016 – 45,546 miles
  • 2015 – 45,117 miles
  • 2014 – 44,647 miles
  • 2013 – 44,215 miles
  • 2012 – 43,704 miles
  • 2010 – 43,513 miles
  • 2009 – 41,183 miles
  • 2008 – 39,863 miles
  • 2007 – 38,182 miles
  • 2006 – 36,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,929 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake fluid level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,929 miles (+214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    46,929 miles
    Test number
    774990385231
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass46,715 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,715 miles
    Test number
    740988735087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,610 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,610 miles
    Test number
    154752646048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass46,332 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    46,332 miles
    Test number
    984067586584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,949 miles
    Test number
    261648024892
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low

  6. Fail45,949 miles (+403)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,949 miles
    Test number
    885886811432
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low

  7. Pass45,546 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    478747855474
    • AdvisoryBoth front CV gaiters heavily perished
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play front suspension top mounts

  8. Fail45,546 miles (+429)3 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,546 miles
    Test number
    210346211040
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth front CV gaiters heavily perished
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play front suspension top mounts

  9. Pass45,117 miles (+470)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,117 miles
    Test number
    355820405187
    • NoteNearside front brake slight bind

  10. Pass44,647 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,647 miles
    Test number
    175121804188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,215 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,215 miles
    Test number
    278099303427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,704 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,704 miles
    Test number
    879391912168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,513 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,513 miles
    Test number
    791469740265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,183 miles
    Test number
    273387249296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,183 miles (+1,320)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,183 miles
    Test number
    371197149293
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass39,863 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,863 miles
    Test number
    462617048220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,182 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,182 miles
    Test number
    841096247254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,662 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,662 miles
    Test number
    694017646252
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L288 RPX

Does L288 RPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L288 RPX expired on 4 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L288 RPX?
The MOT on L288 RPX expired on 4 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L288 RPX done?
L288 RPX was recorded at 46,929 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2025, an average of 545 miles a year.
Has L288 RPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L288 RPX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on L288 RPX 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 L288 RPX find?
L288 RPX passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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