2014 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · AO64 BGU
2014 Skoda Octavia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 22 Sept 2014. Recorded mileage 74,580 miles. MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,580 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AO64 BGU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2026
- 74,580 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AO64 BGU 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 2014 Skoda Octavia (AO64 BGU) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (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.
AO64 BGU Mileage History
- 18/10/202254,130 mi
- 20/10/202359,634 mi+5,504 mi
- 21/10/202463,630 mi+3,996 mi
- 21/10/202569,815 mi+6,185 mi
- 22/10/202674,580 mi+4,765 mi
Average of roughly 5,098 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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