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Skoda Octavia

Yellow · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LF52 SVWMOT history

LF52 SVW is a yellow petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 214,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2025.

LF52 SVW yellow Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2026
Mileage
214,064 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 SVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2026
Latest MOT test
8 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 SVW was last recorded at 214,064 miles on 8 May 2025, 8,211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,853 miles · 10 May 2024
Between the last two tests
8,211 miles
Average per year
7,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,064 miles
  • 2024 – 205,853 miles
  • 2023 – 198,498 miles
  • 2022 – 191,159 miles
  • 2021 – 190,195 miles
  • 2020 – 184,649 miles
  • 2019 – 175,452 miles
  • 2018 – 163,154 miles
  • 2017 – 158,597 miles
  • 2013 – 150,941 miles
  • 2012 – 142,884 miles
  • 2011 – 136,686 miles
  • 2010 – 132,111 miles
  • 2009 – 129,338 miles
  • 2008 – 121,584 miles
  • 2007 – 104,268 miles
  • 2006 – 85,006 miles
  • 2005 – 60,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,064 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,064 miles (+8,211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    214,064 miles
    Test number
    416632758035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass205,853 miles (+7,355)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    205,853 miles
    Test number
    223814140106
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass198,498 miles (+7,339)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    198,498 miles
    Test number
    491134838647
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass191,159 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    191,159 miles
    Test number
    723176661829
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail191,159 miles (+964)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,159 miles
    Test number
    310912141721
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass190,195 miles (+47)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    190,195 miles
    Test number
    221893656761
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view LESS 10MM (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail190,148 miles (+5,499)1 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,148 miles
    Test number
    759565397916
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip zone a less 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass184,649 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    184,649 miles
    Test number
    904899062126
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter insecure

  9. Fail184,649 miles (+12)6 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,649 miles
    Test number
    566207248477
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated Both sides front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end loose (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter insecure

  10. Fail184,637 miles (+9,185)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,637 miles
    Test number
    574862068200
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps glowing only (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass175,452 miles (+12,298)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    175,452 miles
    Test number
    699238568729
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass163,154 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    163,154 miles
    Test number
    174829856059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail163,151 miles (+4,554)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,151 miles
    Test number
    463815904525
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass158,597 miles (+7,656)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    158,597 miles
    Test number
    162726156343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass150,941 miles (+8,057)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    150,941 miles
    Test number
    819659533360
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass142,884 miles (+6,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    142,884 miles
    Test number
    965551662290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass136,686 miles (+448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    136,686 miles
    Test number
    999322861294
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail136,238 miles (+4,127)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,238 miles
    Test number
    365044141275
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass132,111 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    132,111 miles
    Test number
    214911570266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,338 miles (+7,754)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    129,338 miles
    Test number
    360496369448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass121,584 miles (+17,316)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    121,584 miles
    Test number
    651789958200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,268 miles (+19,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    104,268 miles
    Test number
    391600677425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass85,006 miles (+24,571)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    85,006 miles
    Test number
    344298366454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    60,435 miles
    Test number
    614109965289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 SVW

Does LF52 SVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 SVW expired on 9 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 SVW?
The MOT on LF52 SVW expired on 9 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 SVW done?
LF52 SVW was recorded at 214,064 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2025, an average of 7,833 miles a year.
Has LF52 SVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 SVW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 SVW 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 LF52 SVW find?
LF52 SVW passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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