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Skoda Octavia

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

S3 VRSMOT history

S3 VRS is a black petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 18 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 131,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

S3 VRS black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
131,316 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 VRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 VRS was last recorded at 131,316 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 7,517 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,799 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,517 miles
Average per year
4,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,316 miles
  • 2025 – 123,799 miles
  • 2024 – 116,216 miles
  • 2023 – 111,120 miles
  • 2022 – 102,903 miles
  • 2021 – 99,366 miles
  • 2020 – 95,976 miles
  • 2019 – 93,554 miles
  • 2018 – 90,838 miles
  • 2017 – 86,009 miles
  • 2016 – 82,298 miles
  • 2015 – 77,430 miles
  • 2014 – 70,165 miles
  • 2013 – 64,130 miles
  • 2012 – 60,310 miles
  • 2011 – 57,477 miles
  • 2010 – 51,935 miles
  • 2009 – 46,015 miles
  • 2008 – 40,423 miles
  • 2007 – 35,486 miles
  • 2006 – 31,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,316 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,316 miles (+7,517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    131,316 miles
    Test number
    568767139541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,799 miles (+7,583)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    123,799 miles
    Test number
    513850400800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,216 miles (+5,096)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,216 miles
    Test number
    196375408476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,120 miles (+8,217)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,120 miles
    Test number
    637503689076
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDE (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,903 miles
    Test number
    952269663095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail102,903 miles (+3,537)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,903 miles
    Test number
    311473904671
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass99,366 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,366 miles
    Test number
    537189838969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,312 miles (+3,336)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,312 miles
    Test number
    989770646987
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Dip beam suspect bulb in correctly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass95,976 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    95,976 miles
    Test number
    817174803014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail95,976 miles (+2,422)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,976 miles
    Test number
    861109402636
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass93,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,554 miles
    Test number
    312343532701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,550 miles (+2,712)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,550 miles
    Test number
    376062709042
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  13. Pass90,838 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    90,838 miles
    Test number
    931197056931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,701 miles (+4,692)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,701 miles
    Test number
    460126720978
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (1.1.3 (d))

  15. Pass86,009 miles (+3,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,009 miles
    Test number
    288474266373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass82,298 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,298 miles
    Test number
    426779588547
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside front constant velocity gaiter slightly insecure but still preventing ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail82,298 miles (+4,868)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,298 miles
    Test number
    855710686130
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside front constant velocity gaiter slightly insecure but still preventing ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass77,430 miles (+7,265)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,430 miles
    Test number
    625428405286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,165 miles (+6,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,165 miles
    Test number
    978034884135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass64,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,130 miles
    Test number
    599824403244
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail64,130 miles (+3,820)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,130 miles
    Test number
    647184503240
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass60,310 miles (+2,833)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,310 miles
    Test number
    125282412292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,477 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,477 miles
    Test number
    656198381179
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S/F Inner cv boot insecure

  24. Fail57,476 miles (+5,541)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,476 miles
    Test number
    878858681140
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S/F Inner cv boot insecure

  25. Pass51,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,935 miles
    Test number
    102111190185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,935 miles (+5,920)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,935 miles
    Test number
    842661390122
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front inner C/V gaiter insecure at small end.
    • NoteRecommend engine oil and filter change.

  27. Fail46,015 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,015 miles
    Test number
    233662019246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Pass46,015 miles (+5,592)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,015 miles
    Test number
    940412619219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,423 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,423 miles
    Test number
    693573908206
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass40,423 miles (+4,937)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    40,423 miles
    Test number
    883473908284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass35,486 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,486 miles
    Test number
    430781917253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass31,272 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,272 miles
    Test number
    241874116237
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S3 VRS

Does S3 VRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 VRS is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 VRS?
The MOT on S3 VRS is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 VRS done?
S3 VRS was recorded at 131,316 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 4,986 miles a year.
Has S3 VRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 VRS has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S3 VRS 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 S3 VRS find?
S3 VRS passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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