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Skoda Felicia

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T488 ACUMOT history

T488 ACU is a white petrol Skoda Felicia first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 98,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,905 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 ACU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Felicia
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 ACU was last recorded at 98,905 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jun 2017: 82,851 miles, lower than 191,480 miles on 24 Jun 2016.

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
98,893 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
1,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,905 miles
  • 2024 – 93,480 miles
  • 2023 – 89,120 miles
  • 2022 – 86,570 miles
  • 2019 – 86,529 miles
  • 2018 – 83,048 miles
  • 2017 – 82,851 miles
  • 2016 – 191,480 miles
  • 2015 – 154,708 miles
  • 2014 – 130,865 miles
  • 2013 – 123,202 miles
  • 2012 – 120,489 miles
  • 2011 – 114,444 miles
  • 2010 – 101,072 miles
  • 2009 – 88,811 miles
  • 2008 – 77,240 miles
  • 2007 – 68,567 miles
  • 2006 – 62,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,905 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,905 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,905 miles
    Test number
    471859147385
    • 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))
  2. Fail98,893 miles (+5,413)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,893 miles
    Test number
    305137978995
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle beam mounting area corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
  3. Pass93,480 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    93,480 miles
    Test number
    287495095742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail93,480 miles (+4,360)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,480 miles
    Test number
    536909809577
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill near rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill near rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass89,120 miles (+2,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,120 miles
    Test number
    755634336172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass86,570 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,570 miles
    Test number
    807059625392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,567 miles (+38)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,567 miles
    Test number
    330141135364
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  8. Pass86,529 miles (+3,481)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,529 miles
    Test number
    651478387250
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryAll welding covered
    • AdvisorySill covered by body kit
  9. Pass83,048 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,048 miles
    Test number
    431433633446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,851 miles (-108,629)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,851 miles
    Test number
    163553907814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass191,480 miles (+36,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    191,480 miles
    Test number
    513708673338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
  12. Pass154,708 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    154,708 miles
    Test number
    146293845099
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pipes slightly corroded
  13. Fail154,708 miles (+23,843)4 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,708 miles
    Test number
    327483245097
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake pipes slightly corroded
  14. Pass130,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    130,865 miles
    Test number
    599944044022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail130,865 miles (+7,663)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,865 miles
    Test number
    127688734064
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  16. Pass123,202 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,202 miles
    Test number
    467927633016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass120,489 miles (+6,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    120,489 miles
    Test number
    728094512198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass114,444 miles (+183)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    114,444 miles
    Test number
    779407061126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside seat belt frayed
  19. Fail114,261 miles (+13,189)10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,261 miles
    Test number
    785794961194
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside seat belt frayed
  20. Pass101,072 miles (+12,261)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    101,072 miles
    Test number
    500227840107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,811 miles (+11,571)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    88,811 miles
    Test number
    784969059124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,240 miles (+8,673)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    993914368178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    480223667183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,567 miles (+6,006)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    651693467139
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  25. Pass62,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,561 miles
    Test number
    192231576125
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Fail62,561 miles4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,561 miles
    Test number
    272571376183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T488 ACU

Does T488 ACU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T488 ACU is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T488 ACU?
The MOT on T488 ACU is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T488 ACU done?
T488 ACU was recorded at 98,905 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 1,874 miles a year.
Has T488 ACU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 ACU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T488 ACU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jun 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T488 ACU find?
T488 ACU passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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