
Skoda Octavia
Green · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc
LF02 VLSMOT history
LF02 VLS is a green diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 11 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 205,316 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 205,316 mi
- At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 21 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 7,946 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LF02 VLS
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Skoda
- Model
- Octavia
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 11 May 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LF02 VLS was last recorded at 205,316 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 7,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 24 May 2013: 11,628 miles, lower than 109,528 miles on 23 Jun 2012.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 197,795 miles · 8 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 7,521 miles
- Average per year
- 7,946 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 205,316 miles
- 2025 – 197,795 miles
- 2024 – 189,165 miles
- 2023 – 182,015 miles
- 2022 – 172,257 miles
- 2021 – 164,066 miles
- 2020 – 156,443 miles
- 2019 – 152,808 miles
- 2018 – 148,335 miles
- 2017 – 145,090 miles
- 2016 – 140,525 miles
- 2015 – 136,736 miles
- 2014 – 126,049 miles
- 2013 – 11,628 miles
- 2012 – 109,528 miles
- 2011 – 93,812 miles
- 2010 – 82,863 miles
- 2009 – 73,761 miles
- 2008 – 66,320 miles
- 2007 – 57,257 miles
- 2006 – 42,865 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame 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 Worn heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2022
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
31 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass205,316 miles (+7,521)3 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 205,316 miles
- Test number
- 835621622278
- MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame 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 Worn heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass197,795 miles (+8,630)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 197,795 miles
- Test number
- 196819283919
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass189,165 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 189,165 miles
- Test number
- 846904071133
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail189,165 miles (+7,150)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 189,165 miles
- Test number
- 963667993309
- Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass182,015 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 182,015 miles
- Test number
- 574874827473
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail182,015 miles (+9,758)2 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,015 miles
- Test number
- 464591595512
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
Pass172,257 miles (+8,191)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 172,257 miles
- Test number
- 305911884043
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass164,066 miles (+7,623)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 164,066 miles
- Test number
- 958511601235
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass156,443 miles (+3,635)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 156,443 miles
- Test number
- 618082015182
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass152,808 miles2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 152,808 miles
- Test number
- 731419194742
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail152,808 miles (+4,473)1 dangerous6 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 152,808 miles
- Test number
- 903245445666
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass148,335 miles (+3,245)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 148,335 miles
- Test number
- 154759031595
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass145,090 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 145,090 miles
- Test number
- 401240038381
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail145,090 miles (+4,565)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,090 miles
- Test number
- 564835601334
- Repaired at testOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Pass140,525 miles (+3,789)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 140,525 miles
- Test number
- 405648877906
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass136,736 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 136,736 miles
- Test number
- 909107983819
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail136,736 miles (+10,687)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,736 miles
- Test number
- 699630847406
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass126,049 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 126,049 miles
- Test number
- 107123084147
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail126,049 miles (+114,421)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,049 miles
- Test number
- 926163584145
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass11,628 miles (-97,900)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 11,628 miles
- Test number
- 568694243142
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass109,528 miles (+15,716)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 109,528 miles
- Test number
- 957955372109
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail93,812 miles3 repaired1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,812 miles
- Test number
- 296587121463
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass93,812 miles (+10,949)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2012
- Odometer
- 93,812 miles
- Test number
- 687367521195
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass82,863 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2011
- Odometer
- 82,863 miles
- Test number
- 403205520140
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail82,863 miles (+9,102)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,863 miles
- Test number
- 974675220132
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass73,761 miles (+7,441)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2010
- Odometer
- 73,761 miles
- Test number
- 713591519115
- NoteRear numberplate faded
Pass66,320 miles (+102)
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2009
- Odometer
- 66,320 miles
- Test number
- 560700138103
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,218 miles (+8,961)1 failure3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,218 miles
- Test number
- 243183028159
- FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteAdvise rear number plate deteriorating
Pass57,257 miles (+14,392)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2008
- Odometer
- 57,257 miles
- Test number
- 582634827199
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteAdvise front brake pads wearing low
- NoteAdvise rear number plate deteriorated
Pass42,865 miles (+5)
- MOT expiry
- 11 May 2007
- Odometer
- 42,865 miles
- Test number
- 540092436193
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail42,860 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,860 miles
- Test number
- 852351336187
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Questions about LF02 VLS
- Does LF02 VLS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 VLS is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LF02 VLS?
- The MOT on LF02 VLS is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LF02 VLS done?
- LF02 VLS was recorded at 205,316 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 7,946 miles a year.
- Has LF02 VLS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LF02 VLS has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
- Has the mileage on LF02 VLS ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LF02 VLS find?
- LF02 VLS passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 14 more.
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