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Skoda Octavia

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T235 BNLMOT history

T235 BNL is a silver diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 190,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2023
Mileage
190,925 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T235 BNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T235 BNL was last recorded at 190,925 miles on 31 Jan 2023, 4,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,851 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,074 miles
Average per year
5,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 190,925 miles
  • 2022 – 186,851 miles
  • 2021 – 182,328 miles
  • 2020 – 178,437 miles
  • 2019 – 171,847 miles
  • 2018 – 166,304 miles
  • 2017 – 160,607 miles
  • 2016 – 154,240 miles
  • 2015 – 147,694 miles
  • 2014 – 145,816 miles
  • 2013 – 142,648 miles
  • 2012 – 139,299 miles
  • 2011 – 136,582 miles
  • 2010 – 134,973 miles
  • 2008 – 127,085 miles
  • 2007 – 113,338 miles
  • 2006 – 95,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail190,925 miles
  • MajorLower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached when jacked up centre flopping in centre (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slight blow
  • AdvisoryNearside inner steering rack boot damp
  • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly scrubbing on inner
  • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryMetal panel under radiator slightly corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail190,925 miles (+4,074)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,925 miles
    Test number
    996298879490
    • MajorLower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached when jacked up centre flopping in centre (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi slight blow
    • AdvisoryNearside inner steering rack boot damp
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly scrubbing on inner
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryMetal panel under radiator slightly corroded

  2. Pass186,851 miles (+4,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,851 miles
    Test number
    291677330666
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  3. Pass182,328 miles (+155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    182,328 miles
    Test number
    342805281465
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  4. Fail182,173 miles (+3,736)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,173 miles
    Test number
    636842321106
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  5. Pass178,437 miles (+6,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    178,437 miles
    Test number
    986281930040
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  6. Pass171,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    171,847 miles
    Test number
    720973290201
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscurring some testable items

  7. Fail171,847 miles (+5,543)1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,847 miles
    Test number
    190314166117
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscurring some testable items

  8. Pass166,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    166,304 miles
    Test number
    132355986255
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front-rear (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail166,304 miles (+5,697)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,304 miles
    Test number
    110556942298
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front-rear (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass160,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    160,607 miles
    Test number
    392496210374
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe after cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  11. Fail160,607 miles (+6,367)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,607 miles
    Test number
    736445852284
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe after cat (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  12. Pass154,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    154,240 miles
    Test number
    576462587152
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front is wearing low on inner edge

  13. Fail154,235 miles (+6,541)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,235 miles
    Test number
    755108185664
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front is wearing low on inner edge

  14. Pass147,694 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    119038925026
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail147,694 miles (+1,878)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    166328425050
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass145,816 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    145,816 miles
    Test number
    366109754009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass142,648 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    142,648 miles
    Test number
    815613863025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass139,299 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    139,299 miles
    Test number
    466329442013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,582 miles (+1,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    136,582 miles
    Test number
    265440361036
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass134,973 miles (+7,888)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    134,973 miles
    Test number
    832427350020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass127,085 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    127,085 miles
    Test number
    582912118191
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail127,070 miles (+13,732)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,070 miles
    Test number
    672762408123
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass113,338 miles (+17,661)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    113,338 miles
    Test number
    812920557036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,677 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    95,677 miles
    Test number
    794632476037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T235 BNL

Does T235 BNL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T235 BNL expired on 28 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T235 BNL?
The MOT on T235 BNL expired on 28 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T235 BNL done?
T235 BNL was recorded at 190,925 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2023, an average of 5,640 miles a year.
Has T235 BNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T235 BNL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T235 BNL 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 T235 BNL find?
T235 BNL failed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2023 with 6 major defects and 6 advisories: lower exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat; nearside front seat belt retracting mechanism defective; nearside rear seat belt retracting mechanism defective, and 9 more.

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