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Skoda Octavia

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,984 cc

Y29 VRSMOT history

Y29 VRS is a black petrol Skoda Octavia first used on 13 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 98,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

Y29 VRS black Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,663 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 VRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
13 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 VRS was last recorded at 98,663 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 10,559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,104 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,559 miles
Average per year
7,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,663 miles
  • 2025 – 88,104 miles
  • 2024 – 78,593 miles
  • 2023 – 70,675 miles
  • 2022 – 62,217 miles
  • 2021 – 55,969 miles
  • 2020 – 54,904 miles
  • 2019 – 46,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,663 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,663 miles (+10,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,663 miles
    Test number
    239154155012
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass88,104 miles (+9,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,104 miles
    Test number
    997502671714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass78,593 miles (+7,918)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,593 miles
    Test number
    806085420326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass70,675 miles (+8,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,675 miles
    Test number
    922953847988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass62,217 miles (+6,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,217 miles
    Test number
    364696603405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass55,969 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,969 miles
    Test number
    469983514784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,968 miles (+1,064)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,968 miles
    Test number
    952971106549
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords & Sidewall Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass54,904 miles (+8,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,904 miles
    Test number
    321199254914
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wearing on the inner edge

  9. Pass46,032 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,032 miles
    Test number
    852769533178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre inner primary groove

Questions about Y29 VRS

Does Y29 VRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 VRS is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 VRS?
The MOT on Y29 VRS is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 VRS done?
Y29 VRS was recorded at 98,663 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 7,545 miles a year.
Has Y29 VRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 VRS has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on Y29 VRS 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 Y29 VRS find?
Y29 VRS passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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