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Skoda Octavia

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S78 JGDMOT history

S78 JGD is a red petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 61,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
61,786 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 JGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 JGD was last recorded at 61,786 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 4,461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,325 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,461 miles
Average per year
2,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,786 miles
  • 2024 – 57,325 miles
  • 2023 – 57,038 miles
  • 2022 – 56,561 miles
  • 2021 – 55,848 miles
  • 2020 – 55,206 miles
  • 2019 – 53,414 miles
  • 2018 – 51,415 miles
  • 2017 – 48,833 miles
  • 2016 – 46,345 miles
  • 2015 – 43,571 miles
  • 2014 – 40,654 miles
  • 2013 – 37,870 miles
  • 2012 – 34,969 miles
  • 2011 – 32,328 miles
  • 2010 – 30,136 miles
  • 2009 – 27,739 miles
  • 2008 – 25,363 miles
  • 2007 – 22,703 miles
  • 2006 – 20,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,786 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear number plate deteriorated slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,786 miles (+4,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    61,786 miles
    Test number
    810393435967
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass57,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,325 miles
    Test number
    381651205599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail57,320 miles (+282)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,320 miles
    Test number
    686502658082
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,038 miles (+477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    57,038 miles
    Test number
    616211557123
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass56,561 miles (+713)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    56,561 miles
    Test number
    151144091736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,848 miles (+642)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    55,848 miles
    Test number
    276696513904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,206 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    199692908698
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  8. Fail55,206 miles (+1,792)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,206 miles
    Test number
    717046723601
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  9. Pass53,414 miles (+1,999)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,414 miles
    Test number
    684223943937
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose collapsed slightly

  10. Pass51,415 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,415 miles
    Test number
    386107168471
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail51,408 miles (+2,575)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,408 miles
    Test number
    709038308587
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass48,833 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,833 miles
    Test number
    957976628814
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper smearing screen slightly
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated slightly

  13. Fail48,832 miles (+2,487)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,832 miles
    Test number
    963309034263
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper smearing screen slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate damp.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated slightly

  14. Pass46,345 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,345 miles
    Test number
    125171447998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,571 miles (+2,917)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    43,571 miles
    Test number
    176905972578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,654 miles (+2,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,654 miles
    Test number
    388291314294
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass37,870 miles (+2,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,870 miles
    Test number
    709328613289
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass34,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,969 miles
    Test number
    167370022264
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail34,969 miles (+2,641)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,969 miles
    Test number
    477510222284
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail32,328 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,328 miles
    Test number
    205799821201
    • Repaired at testOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass32,328 miles (+2,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,328 miles
    Test number
    805299521278
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass30,136 miles (+2,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,136 miles
    Test number
    380331020222
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted

  23. Pass27,739 miles (+2,376)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    27,739 miles
    Test number
    553904209294
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded around outer edge
    • NoteN/s/r tyre sidewall has surface cracks

  24. Pass25,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,363 miles
    Test number
    650171438221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,363 miles (+2,660)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,363 miles
    Test number
    240669928235
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass22,703 miles (+2,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,703 miles
    Test number
    972128117240
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass20,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,085 miles
    Test number
    820885306224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 JGD

Does S78 JGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 JGD is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S78 JGD?
The MOT on S78 JGD is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 JGD done?
S78 JGD was recorded at 61,786 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 2,160 miles a year.
Has S78 JGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 JGD has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S78 JGD 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 S78 JGD find?
S78 JGD passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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