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Skoda Octavia

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

S40 ERAMOT history

S40 ERA is a grey diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 20 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 122,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

S40 ERA grey Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jun 2027
Mileage
122,752 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 ERA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 ERA was last recorded at 122,752 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 7,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,529 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,223 miles
Average per year
8,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,752 miles
  • 2025 – 115,529 miles
  • 2024 – 105,359 miles
  • 2023 – 92,229 miles
  • 2022 – 81,426 miles
  • 2021 – 70,672 miles
  • 2020 – 62,503 miles
  • 2019 – 57,559 miles
  • 2018 – 51,242 miles
  • 2017 – 42,183 miles
  • 2016 – 35,446 miles
  • 2015 – 28,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,752 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • N/s outer sill slightly distorted .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,752 miles (+7,223)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    122,752 miles
    Test number
    525846284365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,529 miles (+10,170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,529 miles
    Test number
    784969776340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill slightly distorted .

  3. Pass105,359 miles (+13,130)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    105,359 miles
    Test number
    868248257378
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s outer sill slightly distorted .

  4. Pass92,229 miles (+10,803)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,229 miles
    Test number
    985947536985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,426 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,426 miles
    Test number
    543877952710
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory1 led light out in high level brake light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect shocker has frozen. (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust center clamp corroded and loose

  6. Fail81,426 miles (+10,754)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,426 miles
    Test number
    959222095306
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory1 led light out in high level brake light
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect shocker has frozen. (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust center clamp corroded and loose

  7. Pass70,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,672 miles
    Test number
    563579466230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,672 miles (+8,169)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,672 miles
    Test number
    845134312391
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass62,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,503 miles
    Test number
    565808928362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,503 miles (+4,944)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,503 miles
    Test number
    400951509597
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass57,559 miles (+6,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,559 miles
    Test number
    557498264592
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight inner edge wear

  12. Pass51,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    923579293982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail51,242 miles (+9,059)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    886081387706
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass42,183 miles (+6,737)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,183 miles
    Test number
    464929749824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,446 miles (+6,512)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,446 miles
    Test number
    659422664275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,934 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,934 miles
    Test number
    463973759443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 ERA

Does S40 ERA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 ERA is valid until 21 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 ERA?
The MOT on S40 ERA is valid until 21 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 ERA done?
S40 ERA was recorded at 122,752 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 8,664 miles a year.
Has S40 ERA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 ERA has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S40 ERA 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 S40 ERA find?
S40 ERA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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