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Skoda Octavia

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LK56 CGUMOT history

LK56 CGU is a black petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 7 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 63,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LK56 CGU black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
63,532 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 CGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 CGU was last recorded at 63,532 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,509 miles · 6 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
2,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,532 miles
  • 2024 – 62,671 miles
  • 2023 – 61,852 miles
  • 2022 – 60,831 miles
  • 2021 – 59,394 miles
  • 2020 – 58,575 miles
  • 2019 – 56,792 miles
  • 2018 – 54,972 miles
  • 2017 – 49,930 miles
  • 2016 – 44,614 miles
  • 2015 – 41,378 miles
  • 2014 – 38,896 miles
  • 2013 – 35,726 miles
  • 2012 – 32,303 miles
  • 2011 – 25,688 miles
  • 2010 – 20,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,532 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySpare tyre underinflatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Fuel cap sealing washer perished

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Coolant stains around reservoir

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear lamp lenses misty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,532 miles (+23)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    63,532 miles
    Test number
    373725946372
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisorySpare tyre underinflated
  2. Fail63,509 miles (+838)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,509 miles
    Test number
    665607490689
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisorySpare tyre underinflated
  3. Pass62,671 miles (+819)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    62,671 miles
    Test number
    349943649900
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside slower rate of increase/decrease (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on very inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished
  4. Pass61,852 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    61,852 miles
    Test number
    477654334076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stains around reservoir
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished
    • AdvisoryRear lamp lenses misty
  5. Fail61,839 miles (+1,008)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,839 miles
    Test number
    997219001752
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt c/v boot insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stains around reservoir
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished
    • AdvisoryRear lamp lenses misty
  6. Pass60,831 miles (+1,437)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    216599691406
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top of coolant reservoir
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively advise full brake inspection (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened general underbody surface corossion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished
  7. Pass59,394 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    59,394 miles
    Test number
    281694221366
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top of expansion bottle leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corossion
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp lens misty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear roadwheel slightly stiff when rotated by hand
  8. Fail59,380 miles (+805)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,380 miles
    Test number
    891610938029
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt C/V BOOT (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak top of expansion bottle leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing washer perished
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody surface corossion
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp lens misty
    • AdvisoryOffside rear roadwheel slightly stiff when rotated by hand
  9. Pass58,575 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,575 miles
    Test number
    628867787014
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear wiper and washer not working
  10. Fail58,544 miles (+1,752)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,544 miles
    Test number
    773520943679
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear wiper and washer not working
  11. Pass56,792 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,792 miles
    Test number
    349168432312
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail56,773 miles (+1,801)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    829318068838
    • MajorFront All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass54,972 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,972 miles
    Test number
    963316192648
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Fail54,963 miles (+5,033)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,963 miles
    Test number
    950388554012
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass49,930 miles (+5,316)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,930 miles
    Test number
    922062171664
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge & has small cut to inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has small cuts to inner sidewall
  16. Pass44,614 miles (+3,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,614 miles
    Test number
    565542870561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to excess (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass41,378 miles (+2,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,378 miles
    Test number
    975244355149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass38,896 miles (+3,170)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,896 miles
    Test number
    939155854113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake pads very low close to excessive
  19. Pass35,726 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,726 miles
    Test number
    639961563163
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSplits to o/s front tyre inner sidewall
  20. Fail35,726 miles (+3,423)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,726 miles
    Test number
    557261263160
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSplits to o/s front tyre inner sidewall
  21. Pass32,303 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,303 miles
    Test number
    979935162175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront inner pads look low
    • NoteRear pads look low
  22. Fail32,303 miles (+6,615)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,303 miles
    Test number
    785615862101
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront inner pads look low
    • NoteRear pads look low
  23. Pass25,688 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,688 miles
    Test number
    285384061412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass20,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,605 miles
    Test number
    233356160139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,605 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,605 miles
    Test number
    824866060198
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LK56 CGU

Does LK56 CGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 CGU is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LK56 CGU?
The MOT on LK56 CGU is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 CGU done?
LK56 CGU was recorded at 63,532 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 2,772 miles a year.
Has LK56 CGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 CGU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 CGU 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 LK56 CGU find?
LK56 CGU passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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