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Skoda Fabia

Yellow · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

M88 DXWMOT history

M88 DXW is a yellow diesel Skoda Fabia first used on 29 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

M88 DXW yellow Skoda Fabia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
160,264 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M88 DXW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M88 DXW was last recorded at 160,264 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 13,101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,163 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
13,101 miles
Average per year
7,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,264 miles
  • 2025 – 147,163 miles
  • 2024 – 126,704 miles
  • 2023 – 117,978 miles
  • 2022 – 117,948 miles
  • 2021 – 105,336 miles
  • 2020 – 95,466 miles
  • 2019 – 86,675 miles
  • 2018 – 69,211 miles
  • 2016 – 65,437 miles
  • 2014 – 58,075 miles
  • 2013 – 48,961 miles
  • 2012 – 45,937 miles
  • 2011 – 39,846 miles
  • 2010 – 35,412 miles
  • 2009 – 30,823 miles
  • 2008 – 25,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,264 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,264 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    160,264 miles
    Test number
    350356733825
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,264 miles (+13,101)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,264 miles
    Test number
    773207708610
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,163 miles (+20,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    147,163 miles
    Test number
    653288115953
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass126,704 miles (+8,726)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,704 miles
    Test number
    730453506261
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass117,978 miles (+30)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    117,978 miles
    Test number
    626369759371
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arms inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail117,948 miles (+12,612)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,948 miles
    Test number
    169649386206
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass105,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,336 miles
    Test number
    405035217173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,336 miles (+9,870)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,336 miles
    Test number
    620337791792
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass95,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,466 miles
    Test number
    139941131251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail95,466 miles (+8,791)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,466 miles
    Test number
    882276797835
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass86,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,675 miles
    Test number
    493800612830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,675 miles (+7,537)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,675 miles
    Test number
    787394116727
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,138 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,138 miles
    Test number
    864148247060
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail79,135 miles (+9,924)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,135 miles
    Test number
    165134121011
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass69,211 miles (+3,774)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,211 miles
    Test number
    337452908515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,437 miles
    Test number
    767828322997
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in side walls

  17. Fail65,437 miles (+3,464)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,437 miles
    Test number
    692319063148
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped along axle (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in side walls

  18. Pass61,973 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,973 miles
    Test number
    272038720278
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail61,973 miles (+3,898)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,973 miles
    Test number
    822718493093
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass58,075 miles (+4,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,075 miles
    Test number
    905064464385
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass53,740 miles (+4,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,740 miles
    Test number
    685484304099
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass48,961 miles (+3,024)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,961 miles
    Test number
    596129003029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,937 miles (+6,091)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,937 miles
    Test number
    425911552040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,846 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,846 miles
    Test number
    339172431007
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  25. Pass39,846 miles (+4,434)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,846 miles
    Test number
    376092331040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  26. Pass35,412 miles (+4,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,412 miles
    Test number
    833690350090
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass30,823 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,823 miles
    Test number
    934074729076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,291 miles (+182)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,291 miles
    Test number
    593244458035
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to legal limit.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly perished.
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has 2 nails in tread.
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition.

  29. Fail25,109 miles1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,109 miles
    Test number
    621190148000
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs poor condition
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and has 2 nails in tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteRear brake discs poor condition

Questions about M88 DXW

Does M88 DXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M88 DXW is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on M88 DXW?
The MOT on M88 DXW is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M88 DXW done?
M88 DXW was recorded at 160,264 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 7,468 miles a year.
Has M88 DXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M88 DXW has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on M88 DXW 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 M88 DXW find?
M88 DXW passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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