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Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,289 cc

L39 MWLMOT history

L39 MWL is a red petrol Skoda Favorit first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 72,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
72,262 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 MWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Favorit
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,289 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 MWL was last recorded at 72,262 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 1,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2008: 32,843 miles, lower than 41,280 miles on 18 Jan 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
70,315 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,947 miles
Average per year
1,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,262 miles
  • 2025 – 70,315 miles
  • 2024 – 69,034 miles
  • 2022 – 68,667 miles
  • 2013 – 66,898 miles
  • 2012 – 61,022 miles
  • 2011 – 56,749 miles
  • 2010 – 47,715 miles
  • 2009 – 44,717 miles
  • 2008 – 32,843 miles
  • 2007 – 41,280 miles
  • 2005 – 38,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,262 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe/rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner wheel arch corrosion not within component mounting area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,262 miles (+1,947)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    72,262 miles
    Test number
    911037808690
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,315 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    984297530272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe/rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch corrosion not within component mounting area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail70,315 miles (+1,281)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    500614858395
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe/rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner wheel arch corrosion not within component mounting area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,034 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,034 miles
    Test number
    529734522164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,032 miles (+365)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,032 miles
    Test number
    257490292930
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both sides (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,667 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,667 miles
    Test number
    752004624831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,666 miles (+1)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,666 miles
    Test number
    969951079236
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail68,665 miles (+1,767)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,665 miles
    Test number
    701784944291
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,898 miles (+5,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,898 miles
    Test number
    656843333308
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass61,022 miles (+4,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    679904012305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass56,749 miles (+9,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,749 miles
    Test number
    607227401322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass47,715 miles (+2,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,715 miles
    Test number
    263855200199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass44,717 miles (+11,874)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,717 miles
    Test number
    564940229140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,843 miles (-8,437)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,843 miles
    Test number
    293105408196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,280 miles (+2,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,280 miles
    Test number
    554028717081
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass38,600 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    38,600 miles
    Test number
    401295055461
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

  17. Fail38,600 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,600 miles
    Test number
    513255455304
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Questions about L39 MWL

Does L39 MWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 MWL is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L39 MWL?
The MOT on L39 MWL is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 MWL done?
L39 MWL was recorded at 72,262 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 1,646 miles a year.
Has L39 MWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 MWL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L39 MWL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L39 MWL find?
L39 MWL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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