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Skoda Octavia

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM03 VDKMOT history

LM03 VDK is a silver diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 196,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

LM03 VDK silver Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
196,456 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 VDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 VDK was last recorded at 196,456 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 13,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,470 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
13,986 miles
Average per year
8,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,456 miles
  • 2025 – 182,470 miles
  • 2024 – 169,584 miles
  • 2023 – 151,010 miles
  • 2021 – 149,350 miles
  • 2020 – 147,143 miles
  • 2019 – 134,430 miles
  • 2018 – 118,424 miles
  • 2017 – 110,934 miles
  • 2016 – 108,402 miles
  • 2015 – 104,394 miles
  • 2014 – 97,945 miles
  • 2013 – 89,741 miles
  • 2012 – 81,144 miles
  • 2011 – 75,126 miles
  • 2010 – 68,328 miles
  • 2009 – 61,151 miles
  • 2008 – 52,344 miles
  • 2007 – 42,604 miles
  • 2006 – 33,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,456 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,456 miles (+13,986)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    196,456 miles
    Test number
    502666634743
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass182,470 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    182,470 miles
    Test number
    121773343324
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail182,470 miles (+12,886)1 major2 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,470 miles
    Test number
    343709463311
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass169,584 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    169,584 miles
    Test number
    877774012706
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail169,584 miles (+18,574)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,584 miles
    Test number
    107153320217
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass151,010 miles (+1,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    151,010 miles
    Test number
    797338310054
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass149,350 miles (+2,207)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    149,350 miles
    Test number
    172219495819
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass147,143 miles (+12,713)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,143 miles
    Test number
    734746941177
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass134,430 miles (+16,006)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,430 miles
    Test number
    368237616073
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass118,424 miles (+7,490)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,424 miles
    Test number
    529269184408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,934 miles (+2,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    110,934 miles
    Test number
    603003921316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass108,402 miles (+4,008)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,402 miles
    Test number
    125378045834
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)

  13. Pass104,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    104,394 miles
    Test number
    567780465185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,394 miles (+6,449)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,394 miles
    Test number
    839200065195
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass97,945 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,945 miles
    Test number
    129550754165
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight high and low spots on inner edges.

  16. Fail97,944 miles (+8,203)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,944 miles
    Test number
    855039044165
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight high and low spots on inner edges.

  17. Pass89,741 miles (+8,597)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,741 miles
    Test number
    779678943192
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNicks in wiper ends

  18. Pass81,144 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,144 miles
    Test number
    768003752169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNsr tyre deep cut but not down to cords

  19. Fail81,144 miles (+6,018)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,144 miles
    Test number
    806492252178
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNsr tyre deep cut but not down to cords

  20. Pass75,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,126 miles
    Test number
    928441251121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  21. Fail75,126 miles (+6,798)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,126 miles
    Test number
    447411951147
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  22. Pass68,328 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,328 miles
    Test number
    933194650107
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has slight kerb damage
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has small cut to tyre but not down to cords

  23. Fail68,328 miles (+7,177)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,328 miles
    Test number
    390813950118
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has slight kerb damage
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has small cut to tyre but not down to cords

  24. Pass61,151 miles (+8,807)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,151 miles
    Test number
    832866079120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,344 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,344 miles
    Test number
    151564188180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has kerb damage but not showing inner cords

  26. Fail52,344 miles (+9,740)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,344 miles
    Test number
    702063888178
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front tyre has kerb damage but not showing inner cords

  27. Pass42,604 miles (+8,684)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,604 miles
    Test number
    750122377105
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteLower engine cover fitted

  28. Pass33,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,920 miles
    Test number
    991467176192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 VDK

Does LM03 VDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 VDK is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 VDK?
The MOT on LM03 VDK is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 VDK done?
LM03 VDK was recorded at 196,456 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 8,257 miles a year.
Has LM03 VDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 VDK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM03 VDK 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 LM03 VDK find?
LM03 VDK passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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