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Skoda Octavia

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

W18 SWCMOT history

W18 SWC is a blue diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 29 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

W18 SWC blue Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
102,387 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 SWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 SWC was last recorded at 102,387 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 4,944 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,443 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,944 miles
Average per year
4,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,387 miles
  • 2024 – 97,443 miles
  • 2023 – 90,977 miles
  • 2022 – 79,849 miles
  • 2020 – 73,774 miles
  • 2019 – 65,056 miles
  • 2018 – 57,555 miles
  • 2017 – 50,151 miles
  • 2016 – 45,716 miles
  • 2015 – 45,305 miles
  • 2014 – 44,858 miles
  • 2013 – 44,299 miles
  • 2012 – 43,791 miles
  • 2011 – 37,675 miles
  • 2010 – 32,781 miles
  • 2009 – 28,910 miles
  • 2008 – 23,363 miles
  • 2007 – 20,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,387 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on outer edge & also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,387 miles (+4,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    102,387 miles
    Test number
    204379046962
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on outer edge & also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass97,443 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    665371592585
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot but still retaining grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot but still retaining grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail97,443 miles (+6,466)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,443 miles
    Test number
    478678321712
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot but still retaining grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot but still retaining grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass90,977 miles (+3,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,977 miles
    Test number
    838872576053
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass87,015 miles (+7,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,015 miles
    Test number
    901551126736
    • AdvisoryNSF outer cv boot slightly weeping grease

  6. Pass79,849 miles (+6,075)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,849 miles
    Test number
    475015929525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded, above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,774 miles (+8,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,774 miles
    Test number
    902475306770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass65,056 miles (+7,501)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,056 miles
    Test number
    824229647958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,555 miles (+7,404)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,555 miles
    Test number
    606197220540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,151 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,151 miles
    Test number
    893427771170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail50,151 miles (+4,435)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,151 miles
    Test number
    768796355743
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass45,716 miles (+411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,716 miles
    Test number
    241880783722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished

  13. Pass45,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,305 miles
    Test number
    431505559580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,305 miles (+447)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,305 miles
    Test number
    622994447885
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass44,858 miles (+559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,858 miles
    Test number
    205442334225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass44,299 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,299 miles
    Test number
    445675833276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,791 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,791 miles
    Test number
    735656932217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,903 miles (+3,228)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,903 miles
    Test number
    119499082012
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  19. Pass37,675 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,675 miles
    Test number
    639830381001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs slight wearing

  20. Fail37,675 miles (+4,894)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,675 miles
    Test number
    809510981001
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs slight wearing

  21. Pass32,781 miles (+3,871)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,781 miles
    Test number
    342943180020
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake pads approx 4mm

  22. Fail28,910 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,910 miles
    Test number
    594736889025
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass28,910 miles (+5,547)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,910 miles
    Test number
    711606989023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,363 miles (+2,878)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,363 miles
    Test number
    754497788085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,485 miles
    Test number
    121372787419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,485 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,485 miles
    Test number
    960492387013
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about W18 SWC

Does W18 SWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 SWC is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 SWC?
The MOT on W18 SWC is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 SWC done?
W18 SWC was recorded at 102,387 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 4,374 miles a year.
Has W18 SWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 SWC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on W18 SWC 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 W18 SWC find?
W18 SWC passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on outer edge & also cracking; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn bald on inner edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also cracking.

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