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Skoda Rapid

Red · Diesel · 2016 · 1,422 cc

S43 AOSMOT history

S43 AOS is a red diesel Skoda Rapid first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 155,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

S43 AOS red Skoda Rapid – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
155,630 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
17,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 AOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Rapid
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 AOS was last recorded at 155,630 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,623 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
17,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,630 miles
  • 2024 – 151,565 miles
  • 2023 – 147,086 miles
  • 2022 – 144,018 miles
  • 2021 – 101,121 miles
  • 2020 – 45,938 miles
  • 2019 – 42,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,630 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 27 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,630 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    255613407137
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail155,623 miles (+4,058)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,623 miles
    Test number
    525308282164
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass151,565 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    151,565 miles
    Test number
    211642957838
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust backbox outer skin is corroded
  4. Fail151,559 miles (+4,473)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,559 miles
    Test number
    488514435859
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure at sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust backbox outer skin is corroded
  5. Pass147,086 miles (+3,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    147,086 miles
    Test number
    637452866845
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox outer skin corroded
  6. Pass144,018 miles (+42,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,018 miles
    Test number
    245301858718
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass101,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,121 miles
    Test number
    660568732102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,121 miles (+55,183)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,121 miles
    Test number
    806510289221
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
  9. Pass45,938 miles (+3,556)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    45,938 miles
    Test number
    270035553996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,382 miles
    Test number
    257647591525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 AOS

Does S43 AOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S43 AOS expired on 15 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S43 AOS?
The MOT on S43 AOS expired on 15 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S43 AOS done?
S43 AOS was recorded at 155,630 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 17,271 miles a year.
Has S43 AOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 AOS has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S43 AOS 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 S43 AOS find?
S43 AOS passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle.

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