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Skoda Octavia

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,595 cc

S56 LCSMOT history

S56 LCS is a red petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 16 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2024
Mileage
91,407 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S56 LCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S56 LCS was last recorded at 91,407 miles on 6 Jun 2023, 180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jun 2021: 90,670 miles, lower than 90,969 miles on 3 Jun 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
91,227 miles · 31 May 2022
Between the last two tests
180 miles
Average per year
2,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,407 miles
  • 2022 – 91,227 miles
  • 2021 – 90,670 miles
  • 2020 – 90,679 miles
  • 2019 – 90,402 miles
  • 2018 – 89,108 miles
  • 2017 – 87,441 miles
  • 2016 – 85,750 miles
  • 2015 – 83,214 miles
  • 2014 – 80,274 miles
  • 2013 – 77,701 miles
  • 2012 – 74,622 miles
  • 2011 – 70,853 miles
  • 2010 – 65,841 miles
  • 2009 – 61,128 miles
  • 2008 – 57,112 miles
  • 2007 – 51,917 miles
  • 2006 – 47,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,407 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damagedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,407 miles (+180)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,407 miles
    Test number
    178189452720
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,227 miles (+557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    91,227 miles
    Test number
    627729719004
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill damaged

  3. Pass90,670 miles (-299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,670 miles
    Test number
    238676646334
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill damaged

  4. Fail90,969 miles (+290)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,969 miles
    Test number
    286671837046
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill damaged

  5. Pass90,679 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,679 miles
    Test number
    932915139486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,402 miles (+1,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    90,402 miles
    Test number
    633230770014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sill damaged

  7. Pass89,108 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,108 miles
    Test number
    185176440787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,441 miles (+1,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,441 miles
    Test number
    579705277814
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill damaged

  9. Pass85,750 miles (+2,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,750 miles
    Test number
    800751268571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass83,214 miles (+2,940)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,214 miles
    Test number
    287046945469
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s outersill damaged at front

  11. Pass80,274 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,274 miles
    Test number
    527394654137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamage at o/s/f sill

  12. Fail80,271 miles (+2,570)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,271 miles
    Test number
    205664454437
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamage at o/s/f sill

  13. Pass77,701 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,701 miles
    Test number
    855915553107
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on outside edge 195/65/15
    • NoteO/s outersill damaged

  14. Fail77,697 miles (+3,075)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,697 miles
    Test number
    229475953473
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust centre heatshield insecure
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on outside edge 195/65/15
    • NoteO/s outersill damaged

  15. Pass74,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,622 miles
    Test number
    188481062138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,622 miles (+3,769)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,622 miles
    Test number
    905581462190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass70,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,853 miles
    Test number
    886172051138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,853 miles (+5,012)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,853 miles
    Test number
    975412551100
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass65,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,841 miles
    Test number
    384752660186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail65,841 miles (+4,713)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,841 miles
    Test number
    283952760480
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass61,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,128 miles
    Test number
    490945379103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,126 miles (+4,014)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,126 miles
    Test number
    243135179489
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass57,112 miles (+5,195)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,112 miles
    Test number
    463857578179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,917 miles (+3,954)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    51,917 miles
    Test number
    630677187180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,963 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,963 miles
    Test number
    421635296189
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S56 LCS

Does S56 LCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S56 LCS expired on 10 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S56 LCS?
The MOT on S56 LCS expired on 10 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S56 LCS done?
S56 LCS was recorded at 91,407 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2023, an average of 2,571 miles a year.
Has S56 LCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S56 LCS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on S56 LCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jun 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S56 LCS find?
S56 LCS passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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