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Skoda Octavia

Black · Petrol · 2019 · 1,498 cc

V18 RALMOT history

V18 RAL is a black petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 25 Jan 2019. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 78,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

V18 RAL black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,550 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 RAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
25 Jan 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 RAL was last recorded at 78,550 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,542 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
11,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,550 miles
  • 2025 – 65,880 miles
  • 2024 – 54,482 miles
  • 2023 – 45,294 miles
  • 2022 – 33,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,550 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

6 tests since 25 Jan 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,550 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,550 miles
    Test number
    839650162280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  2. Fail78,542 miles (+12,662)4 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,542 miles
    Test number
    741798158958
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  3. Pass65,880 miles (+11,398)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,880 miles
    Test number
    656999931193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass54,482 miles (+9,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    54,482 miles
    Test number
    978803809330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass45,294 miles (+11,415)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    45,294 miles
    Test number
    896387203853
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass33,879 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    33,879 miles
    Test number
    970568053285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about V18 RAL

Does V18 RAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 RAL is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 RAL?
The MOT on V18 RAL is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 RAL done?
V18 RAL was recorded at 78,550 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 11,084 miles a year.
Has V18 RAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 RAL has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 RAL 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 V18 RAL find?
V18 RAL passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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