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Skoda Octavia

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LX53 EVCMOT history

LX53 EVC is a blue diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 24 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 100,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LX53 EVC blue Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
100,618 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 EVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 EVC was last recorded at 100,618 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,178 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
440 miles
Average per year
3,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,618 miles
  • 2025 – 100,178 miles
  • 2024 – 99,837 miles
  • 2023 – 99,389 miles
  • 2022 – 98,477 miles
  • 2021 – 95,601 miles
  • 2020 – 94,867 miles
  • 2019 – 91,925 miles
  • 2018 – 89,892 miles
  • 2017 – 85,942 miles
  • 2016 – 81,854 miles
  • 2015 – 78,793 miles
  • 2014 – 76,104 miles
  • 2013 – 72,747 miles
  • 2012 – 65,738 miles
  • 2011 – 59,549 miles
  • 2010 – 53,155 miles
  • 2009 – 45,165 miles
  • 2008 – 41,405 miles
  • 2006 – 27,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,618 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,618 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    138888380700
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,612 miles (+434)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,612 miles
    Test number
    733283298717
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,178 miles (+341)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,178 miles
    Test number
    677308768477
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass slightly damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,837 miles (+448)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    99,837 miles
    Test number
    540713980414
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle arms slightly corroded.

  5. Pass99,389 miles (+912)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,389 miles
    Test number
    699599752876
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks/splits in inner edge and wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks in inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill panel slightly corroded.

  6. Pass98,477 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,477 miles
    Test number
    845513301068
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail98,470 miles (+2,869)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,470 miles
    Test number
    762817742604
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass95,601 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,601 miles
    Test number
    289338323944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,867 miles
    Test number
    381489348659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,847 miles (+2,922)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,847 miles
    Test number
    765769834386
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,925 miles (+2,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,925 miles
    Test number
    977604405376
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass89,892 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,892 miles
    Test number
    669279234525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,942 miles
    Test number
    217429118135
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail85,938 miles (+4,084)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,938 miles
    Test number
    888502129690
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass81,854 miles (+3,061)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    81,854 miles
    Test number
    777169651744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge worn - just legal (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade rubber deteriorating
    • AdvisoryPlay in the steering rack inner joints

  16. Pass78,793 miles (+2,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,793 miles
    Test number
    266875705460
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass76,104 miles (+6)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,104 miles
    Test number
    917481024129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine Management Light stays on
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Fail76,098 miles (+3,351)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,098 miles
    Test number
    806627804175
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine Management Light stays on
    • NoteExhaust centre section mounting detached from pipe. System still secure
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass72,747 miles (+4)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,747 miles
    Test number
    556034613117
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine Management Light on
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Fail72,743 miles (+7,005)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,743 miles
    Test number
    429442113176
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine Management Light on
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Pass65,738 miles (+6,189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,738 miles
    Test number
    745424092074
    • NoteBoth mirror glasses cracked

  22. Pass59,549 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,549 miles
    Test number
    396214401172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,485 miles (+6,330)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,485 miles
    Test number
    327081801190
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  24. Pass53,155 miles (+7,990)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    53,155 miles
    Test number
    640169900140
    • NoteN/s/f tyre chunk on side
    • NoteRear disc in poor condition
    • NoteRear number plate in poor condition

  25. Pass45,165 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,165 miles
    Test number
    862445069040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,139 miles (+3,734)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,139 miles
    Test number
    170664869076
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass41,405 miles (+13,469)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,405 miles
    Test number
    811978438065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail27,936 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    580590576294
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass27,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    582490576244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 EVC

Does LX53 EVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 EVC is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 EVC?
The MOT on LX53 EVC is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 EVC done?
LX53 EVC was recorded at 100,618 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 3,632 miles a year.
Has LX53 EVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 EVC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LX53 EVC 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 LX53 EVC find?
LX53 EVC passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs inner faces; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front outer seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel, and 2 more.

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