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Skoda Octavia

Beige · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y36 ARLMOT history

Y36 ARL is a beige diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 9 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 122,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

Y36 ARL beige Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Octavia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
122,765 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y36 ARL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y36 ARL was last recorded at 122,765 miles on 19 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2015: 94,311 miles, lower than 109,024 miles on 20 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
122,762 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,765 miles
  • 2025 – 122,603 miles
  • 2024 – 122,217 miles
  • 2023 – 120,466 miles
  • 2022 – 116,389 miles
  • 2021 – 114,830 miles
  • 2020 – 109,965 miles
  • 2019 – 107,493 miles
  • 2018 – 105,224 miles
  • 2017 – 101,453 miles
  • 2016 – 98,364 miles
  • 2015 – 94,316 miles
  • 2014 – 109,024 miles
  • 2013 – 85,665 miles
  • 2012 – 82,236 miles
  • 2011 – 75,957 miles
  • 2010 – 64,205 miles
  • 2009 – 53,799 miles
  • 2008 – 51,257 miles
  • 2007 – 47,346 miles
  • 2006 – 43,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,765 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant on minimumRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slow in operationRecorded 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.

  • Rear axle beam becoming corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,765 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    122,765 miles
    Test number
    865724068435
    • AdvisoryCoolant on minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slow in operation

  2. Fail122,762 miles (+159)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,762 miles
    Test number
    414841638780
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant on minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slow in operation

  3. Pass122,603 miles (+386)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    122,603 miles
    Test number
    804659643285
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass122,217 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,217 miles
    Test number
    639212944170
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Backbox mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers emission plate missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail122,214 miles (+1,748)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,214 miles
    Test number
    977802447880
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle heavily corroded throughout, hole In O/S marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Backbox mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers emission plate missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass120,466 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,466 miles
    Test number
    224613601960
    • AdvisoryManufacturer's plate limit sticker missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail120,463 miles (+4,074)4 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,463 miles
    Test number
    670268029099
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryManufacturer's plate limit sticker missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,389 miles (+1,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    116,389 miles
    Test number
    884099952237
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass114,830 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,830 miles
    Test number
    596280563792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack becoming worn
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear flexi hose unions becoming corroded

  10. Fail114,830 miles (+4,865)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,830 miles
    Test number
    609453263514
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside steering rack becoming worn
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear flexi hose unions becoming corroded

  11. Pass109,965 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    417442654720
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail109,965 miles (+2,472)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    379997738752
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass107,493 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    107,493 miles
    Test number
    385950629041
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone arm becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to nearside wing mirror

  14. Fail107,493 miles (+2,269)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,493 miles
    Test number
    240787013718
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wishbone arm becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to nearside wing mirror

  15. Pass105,224 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,224 miles
    Test number
    964870479253
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to ns mirror

  16. Fail105,221 miles (+3,768)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,221 miles
    Test number
    542563985742
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryTemporary repair to ns mirror

  17. Pass101,453 miles (+65)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,453 miles
    Test number
    621529293816
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes becoming corroded

  18. Fail101,388 miles (+3,024)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,388 miles
    Test number
    647092649065
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and brakes binding slightly (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes becoming corroded

  19. Pass98,364 miles (+4,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    958033295231
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass94,316 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,316 miles
    Test number
    377786775155
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail94,311 miles (-14,713)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,311 miles
    Test number
    466527165178
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass109,024 miles (+23,359)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    218811474134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes becoming corroded
    • NoteRear axle beam becoming corroded

  23. Pass85,665 miles (+3,429)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,665 miles
    Test number
    608111073199
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear brake pipes becoming corroded

  24. Pass82,236 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,236 miles
    Test number
    258455562110
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  25. Fail82,235 miles (+6,278)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,235 miles
    Test number
    866760262153
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  26. Pass75,957 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,957 miles
    Test number
    979709661196
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail75,912 miles (+11,707)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    688507361132
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass64,205 miles (+10,406)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,205 miles
    Test number
    760659260186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,799 miles (+2,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,799 miles
    Test number
    604732569147
    • AdvisoryRear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  30. Pass51,257 miles (+3,911)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,257 miles
    Test number
    110851058115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass47,346 miles (+4,183)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,346 miles
    Test number
    702749767144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    982021776167
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about Y36 ARL

Does Y36 ARL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y36 ARL is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y36 ARL?
The MOT on Y36 ARL is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y36 ARL done?
Y36 ARL was recorded at 122,765 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,998 miles a year.
Has Y36 ARL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y36 ARL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y36 ARL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y36 ARL find?
Y36 ARL passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 5 advisories: coolant on minimum; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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