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Skoda Octavia

Gold · Diesel · 2004 · 1,968 cc

X4 ARXMOT history

X4 ARX is a gold diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 13 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

X4 ARX gold Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2023
Mileage
141,723 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X4 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X4 ARX was last recorded at 141,723 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,716 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 141,723 miles
  • 2021 – 133,293 miles
  • 2019 – 129,498 miles
  • 2018 – 122,502 miles
  • 2017 – 116,795 miles
  • 2016 – 112,150 miles
  • 2015 – 101,180 miles
  • 2014 – 92,448 miles
  • 2013 – 83,222 miles
  • 2012 – 78,326 miles
  • 2011 – 62,764 miles
  • 2010 – 50,789 miles
  • 2009 – 39,169 miles
  • 2007 – 29,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,723 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,723 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    141,723 miles
    Test number
    831386392276
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,716 miles (+8,423)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,716 miles
    Test number
    669135205838
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both scrubbed inner shoulders 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,293 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    133,293 miles
    Test number
    849441922760
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,282 miles (+3,784)1 dangerous11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,282 miles
    Test number
    228721601069
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both front drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wish bon bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,498 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,498 miles
    Test number
    864264039404
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail129,489 miles (+6,987)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,489 miles
    Test number
    891808331317
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass122,502 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    122,502 miles
    Test number
    714190500203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,489 miles (+5,694)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,489 miles
    Test number
    301514026783
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  9. Pass116,795 miles (+4,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,795 miles
    Test number
    929026248396
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryE m light on

  10. Pass112,150 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    112,150 miles
    Test number
    510315150854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail112,149 miles (+3,252)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,149 miles
    Test number
    951895752010
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass108,897 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    169995859692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  13. Fail108,879 miles (+7,699)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,879 miles
    Test number
    522305014987
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass101,180 miles (+267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    101,180 miles
    Test number
    756119625057
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail100,913 miles (+8,465)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,913 miles
    Test number
    369509115023
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass92,448 miles (+9,226)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,448 miles
    Test number
    548683624077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wheel alignment requires ajusting tyres are wearing on inner edges
    • NoteRear tyres starting to wear uneven

  17. Pass83,222 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,222 miles
    Test number
    765278023046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,130 miles (+4,804)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,130 miles
    Test number
    167427913015
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass78,326 miles (+15,562)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    78,326 miles
    Test number
    156639212081
    • NoteNearside front wishbone rear bush splitting
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is 2mm
    • NoteOffside front wishbone rear bush splitting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is 3mm
    • NoteRear washer is inoperative

  20. Pass62,764 miles (+11,975)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,764 miles
    Test number
    829651511011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass50,789 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,789 miles
    Test number
    731021520081
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail50,789 miles (+11,620)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,789 miles
    Test number
    264379110036
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass39,169 miles (+9,225)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,169 miles
    Test number
    154300539055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,944 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,944 miles
    Test number
    383823787469
    • NoteCuts on surface of n/s/f tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre inner edge 2mm.

  25. Fail29,944 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,944 miles
    Test number
    592623087271
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCuts on surface of n/s/f tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteN/s/f tyre inner edge 2mm.

Questions about X4 ARX

Does X4 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X4 ARX expired on 9 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X4 ARX?
The MOT on X4 ARX expired on 9 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X4 ARX done?
X4 ARX was recorded at 141,723 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 7,535 miles a year.
Has X4 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X4 ARX has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X4 ARX 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 X4 ARX find?
X4 ARX passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trail arms.

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