2010 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · A27 VRS
2010 Skoda Octavia (2.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Apr 2010. Recorded mileage 177,215 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 177,215 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A27 VRS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 177,215 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A27 VRS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Skoda Octavia (A27 VRS) between March 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak fronts (5.3.2 (b))”; “Coil spring fractured or broken fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
A27 VRS Mileage History
- 18/03/2023149,059 mi
- 09/03/2024160,085 mi+11,026 mi
- 15/03/2025170,533 mi+10,448 mi
- 22/03/2025170,539 mi+6 mi
- 01/04/2026177,215 mi+6,676 mi
Average of roughly 9,265 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Octavia Mk2
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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