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Skoda Octavia

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,984 cc

L8 JNSMOT history

L8 JNS is a black petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 1 Apr 2011. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 82,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

L8 JNS black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
82,778 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 JNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 JNS was last recorded at 82,778 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 3,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,122 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,656 miles
Average per year
4,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,778 miles
  • 2024 – 79,122 miles
  • 2023 – 73,809 miles
  • 2022 – 67,202 miles
  • 2021 – 61,422 miles
  • 2019 – 54,090 miles
  • 2018 – 49,865 miles
  • 2017 – 44,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,778 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • 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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,778 miles (+3,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    82,778 miles
    Test number
    298736513969
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass79,122 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,122 miles
    Test number
    456897387681
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail79,121 miles (+5,312)1 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,121 miles
    Test number
    988728405665
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,809 miles (+6,607)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,809 miles
    Test number
    717370011782
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,202 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    67,202 miles
    Test number
    135908526841
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension knock present, further investigation required

  6. Fail67,202 miles (+5,780)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,202 miles
    Test number
    821677102051
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension knock present, further investigation required

  7. Pass61,422 miles (+7,332)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,422 miles
    Test number
    470870162214
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Pass54,090 miles (+4,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,090 miles
    Test number
    622355073960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass49,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    49,865 miles
    Test number
    701298400713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,865 miles (+6)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,865 miles
    Test number
    729443919530
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  11. Fail49,859 miles (+5,518)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,859 miles
    Test number
    970038305454
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust box mounting (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass44,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    320772842896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,341 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    834273364237
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L8 JNS

Does L8 JNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 JNS expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 JNS?
The MOT on L8 JNS expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 JNS done?
L8 JNS was recorded at 82,778 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 4,888 miles a year.
Has L8 JNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 JNS has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 JNS 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 L8 JNS find?
L8 JNS passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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