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Skoda Octavia

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LX08 XLZMOT history

LX08 XLZ is a blue diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 166,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2026.

LX08 XLZ blue Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
166,847 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 XLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 XLZ was last recorded at 166,847 miles on 29 Mar 2026, 10,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,795 miles · 23 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,052 miles
Average per year
7,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,847 miles
  • 2025 – 156,795 miles
  • 2024 – 146,121 miles
  • 2023 – 141,021 miles
  • 2022 – 138,598 miles
  • 2021 – 136,188 miles
  • 2020 – 134,310 miles
  • 2019 – 131,512 miles
  • 2018 – 128,009 miles
  • 2017 – 125,773 miles
  • 2016 – 122,847 miles
  • 2015 – 114,701 miles
  • 2014 – 100,391 miles
  • 2013 – 83,980 miles
  • 2012 – 66,789 miles
  • 2011 – 50,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,847 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,847 miles (+10,052)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    166,847 miles
    Test number
    366212432612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass156,795 miles (+10,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    156,795 miles
    Test number
    874679984480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass146,121 miles (+5,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,121 miles
    Test number
    488512981497
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass141,021 miles (+2,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,021 miles
    Test number
    141941384300
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and close to cords inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass138,598 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,598 miles
    Test number
    278813460490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,597 miles (+2,409)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,597 miles
    Test number
    788246903825
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass136,188 miles (+1,878)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,188 miles
    Test number
    984580991937
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass134,310 miles (+78)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    134,310 miles
    Test number
    617376968391
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail134,232 miles (+2,720)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,232 miles
    Test number
    777321891391
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit is 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass131,512 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,512 miles
    Test number
    817943882178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail131,504 miles (+3,495)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,504 miles
    Test number
    832470072375
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Too high (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass128,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    128,009 miles
    Test number
    360825640457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,009 miles (+2,236)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,009 miles
    Test number
    580570601345
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass125,773 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    125,773 miles
    Test number
    203724526560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass122,847 miles (+8,146)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    497954679262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,701 miles (+14,310)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    114,701 miles
    Test number
    445781855018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,391 miles (+16,411)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,391 miles
    Test number
    767782154063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,980 miles (+17,191)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    83,980 miles
    Test number
    805870953009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,789 miles (+16,375)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    995064252011
    • NoteRear pads low 85%

  20. Pass50,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,414 miles
    Test number
    366335451088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 XLZ

Does LX08 XLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX08 XLZ is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX08 XLZ?
The MOT on LX08 XLZ is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX08 XLZ done?
LX08 XLZ was recorded at 166,847 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2026, an average of 7,715 miles a year.
Has LX08 XLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 XLZ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LX08 XLZ 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 LX08 XLZ find?
LX08 XLZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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