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Skoda Octavia

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LB56 XMUMOT history

LB56 XMU is a grey petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 3 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 202,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
202,187 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
3 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XMU was last recorded at 202,187 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 11,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,974 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,213 miles
Average per year
11,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,187 miles
  • 2024 – 190,974 miles
  • 2023 – 183,000 miles
  • 2022 – 177,440 miles
  • 2021 – 173,912 miles
  • 2020 – 162,819 miles
  • 2019 – 135,404 miles
  • 2018 – 107,132 miles
  • 2017 – 87,961 miles
  • 2016 – 60,276 miles
  • 2015 – 49,288 miles
  • 2014 – 45,179 miles
  • 2013 – 38,957 miles
  • 2012 – 29,029 miles
  • 2011 – 22,646 miles
  • 2010 – 18,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,187 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryFront and rear under body rust

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.

  • Under tray and engine cover fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,187 miles (+11,213)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    202,187 miles
    Test number
    232634532013
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront and rear under body rust

  2. Pass190,974 miles (+7,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    190,974 miles
    Test number
    829707043187
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass183,000 miles (+5,560)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    183,000 miles
    Test number
    899377772065
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted.

  4. Pass177,440 miles (+3,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    177,440 miles
    Test number
    971870105707
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted.

  5. Pass173,912 miles (+11,093)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    173,912 miles
    Test number
    555767658532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass162,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    162,819 miles
    Test number
    746421482385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail162,819 miles (+27,415)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,819 miles
    Test number
    277466350185
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass135,404 miles (+28,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,404 miles
    Test number
    830312137613
    • AdvisoryUnder suspension components corroded

  9. Pass107,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    107,132 miles
    Test number
    297990221317
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  10. Fail107,132 miles (+19,171)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,132 miles
    Test number
    462022146393
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  11. Pass87,961 miles (+27,685)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    87,961 miles
    Test number
    521358239785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner edges are worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush x 2 outer (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass60,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,276 miles
    Test number
    330935641844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,275 miles (+10,987)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,275 miles
    Test number
    575740040134
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass49,288 miles (+4,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,288 miles
    Test number
    800122137024
    • AdvisoryCondition of o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass45,179 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,179 miles
    Test number
    988704374224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,957 miles (+3,514)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,957 miles
    Test number
    155491743214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt buckle case slightly damaged

  17. Pass35,443 miles (+6,414)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,443 miles
    Test number
    125644803429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,029 miles
    Test number
    309005302082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,023 miles (+6,377)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,023 miles
    Test number
    605395402071
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass22,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,646 miles
    Test number
    677581511070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail22,646 miles (+3,826)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,646 miles
    Test number
    117096401410
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass18,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    18,820 miles
    Test number
    142128400055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XMU

Does LB56 XMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XMU is valid until 18 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XMU?
The MOT on LB56 XMU is valid until 18 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XMU done?
LB56 XMU was recorded at 202,187 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 11,624 miles a year.
Has LB56 XMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XMU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LB56 XMU 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 LB56 XMU find?
LB56 XMU passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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