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Skoda Octavia

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T53 KDFMOT history

T53 KDF is a silver diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 241,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2023
Mileage
241,270 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 KDF
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 KDF was last recorded at 241,270 miles on 24 Feb 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,260 miles · 22 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
6,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 241,270 miles
  • 2021 – 231,129 miles
  • 2020 – 222,596 miles
  • 2019 – 212,707 miles
  • 2018 – 205,450 miles
  • 2017 – 197,780 miles
  • 2016 – 194,321 miles
  • 2015 – 193,213 miles
  • 2014 – 191,450 miles
  • 2013 – 190,347 miles
  • 2011 – 176,289 miles
  • 2010 – 170,371 miles
  • 2009 – 164,156 miles
  • 2008 – 159,825 miles
  • 2007 – 151,184 miles
  • 2006 – 143,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,270 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (40CM AWAY FROM SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE POINT)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass241,270 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    241,270 miles
    Test number
    934502418051
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail241,260 miles (+10,131)4 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,260 miles
    Test number
    172484452380
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle Door latching mechanism defective (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Sill inadequately repaired with body filler. (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Top mount defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Reverse lamp inoperative

  3. Pass231,129 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    231,129 miles
    Test number
    423026095843
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (40CM AWAY FROM SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE POINT) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail231,126 miles (+8,530)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,126 miles
    Test number
    611759451722
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn & PLAY IN ANTI ROLL BAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (40CM AWAY FROM SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE POINT) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass222,596 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    222,596 miles
    Test number
    769260449496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail222,586 miles (+9,879)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,586 miles
    Test number
    451151741825
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads low and bald on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass212,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    212,707 miles
    Test number
    132437398138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail212,697 miles (+7,247)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,697 miles
    Test number
    650948818991
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass205,450 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    205,450 miles
    Test number
    566719350929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail205,430 miles (+7,650)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,430 miles
    Test number
    220837511089
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides front (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass197,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    197,780 miles
    Test number
    620634807424
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail197,780 miles (+3,459)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,780 miles
    Test number
    268067648302
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass194,321 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    194,321 miles
    Test number
    128983091854
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail194,317 miles (+1,104)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,317 miles
    Test number
    685709257216
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail193,213 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,213 miles
    Test number
    339632245016
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded.

  16. Pass193,213 miles (+1,763)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    193,213 miles
    Test number
    449392645082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded.

  17. Pass191,450 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    191,450 miles
    Test number
    787252144046
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail191,448 miles (+1,101)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,448 miles
    Test number
    369611344072
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass190,347 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    190,347 miles
    Test number
    379762643081
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  20. Fail190,339 miles3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,339 miles
    Test number
    599152343069
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear discs rusty

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    257638442023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    206908642081
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass176,289 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    176,289 miles
    Test number
    139120941091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover loose

  24. Fail176,284 miles (+5,913)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,284 miles
    Test number
    556120241022
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover loose

  25. Pass170,371 miles (+6,215)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    170,371 miles
    Test number
    442079530051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre wearing on edges

  26. Pass164,156 miles (+4,331)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    164,156 miles
    Test number
    334203039012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass159,825 miles (+8,641)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    159,825 miles
    Test number
    692150358007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass151,184 miles (+7,298)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    151,184 miles
    Test number
    712444257075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass143,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    143,886 miles
    Test number
    912298456064
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Questions about T53 KDF

Does T53 KDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 KDF expired on 26 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 KDF?
The MOT on T53 KDF expired on 26 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 KDF done?
T53 KDF was recorded at 241,270 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2022, an average of 6,090 miles a year.
Has T53 KDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 KDF has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T53 KDF 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 T53 KDF find?
T53 KDF passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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