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Skoda Octavia

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

S7 JRLMOT history

S7 JRL is a black petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 22 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

S7 JRL black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,923 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 JRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 JRL was last recorded at 117,923 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 9,121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,802 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,121 miles
Average per year
6,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,923 miles
  • 2025 – 108,802 miles
  • 2024 – 100,620 miles
  • 2023 – 93,846 miles
  • 2022 – 89,950 miles
  • 2021 – 86,070 miles
  • 2020 – 81,592 miles
  • 2019 – 74,994 miles
  • 2018 – 68,550 miles
  • 2017 – 60,784 miles
  • 2016 – 53,071 miles
  • 2015 – 46,018 miles
  • 2014 – 37,679 miles
  • 2013 – 29,748 miles
  • 2012 – 22,644 miles
  • 2011 – 12,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,923 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arm inner and outer bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arm inner and outer bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,923 miles (+9,121)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,923 miles
    Test number
    418989830347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arm inner and outer bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower arm inner and outer bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass108,802 miles (+8,182)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    108,802 miles
    Test number
    742399412803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass100,620 miles (+6,774)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    100,620 miles
    Test number
    259639882363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass93,846 miles (+3,896)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    93,846 miles
    Test number
    863375412603
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,950 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    583067659544
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail89,949 miles (+3,879)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,949 miles
    Test number
    553321771336
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass86,070 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    86,070 miles
    Test number
    628584000809
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail86,070 miles (+4,478)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,070 miles
    Test number
    510621831036
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass81,592 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    81,592 miles
    Test number
    978487755897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNoise from offside front suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail81,572 miles (+6,578)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,572 miles
    Test number
    632789899328
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNoise from offside front suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass74,994 miles (+152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    74,994 miles
    Test number
    766628220922
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail74,842 miles (+6,292)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,842 miles
    Test number
    577369473751
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass68,550 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,550 miles
    Test number
    803621589466
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Fail68,507 miles (+7,723)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    473921521613
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront 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 rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass60,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,784 miles
    Test number
    742885997083
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail60,784 miles (+7,713)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,784 miles
    Test number
    542580442606
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure multiple bulges (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass53,071 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,071 miles
    Test number
    471964826272
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail53,049 miles (+7,031)3 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,049 miles
    Test number
    659384406485
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass46,018 miles (+202)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,018 miles
    Test number
    256804315473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail45,816 miles (+8,137)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,816 miles
    Test number
    957874205157
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass37,679 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,679 miles
    Test number
    475185904120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail37,622 miles (+7,874)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,622 miles
    Test number
    969731204133
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass29,748 miles (+7,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,748 miles
    Test number
    169896703128
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass22,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    155972312135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail22,644 miles (+9,921)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    399962412184
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass12,723 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    12,723 miles
    Test number
    676321511103
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFog lamp switch sticky

Questions about S7 JRL

Does S7 JRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 JRL is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 JRL?
The MOT on S7 JRL is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 JRL done?
S7 JRL was recorded at 117,923 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 6,956 miles a year.
Has S7 JRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 JRL has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S7 JRL 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 S7 JRL find?
S7 JRL passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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