2010 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · HG10 JVF
2010 Skoda Octavia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 25 May 2010. Recorded mileage 130,518 miles. MOT valid until 16 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,518 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HG10 JVF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
- 130,518 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HG10 JVF 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 (HG10 JVF) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Emissions unable to be completed engine started running rough during test (8.2.2.2 (e))”.
HG10 JVF Mileage History
- 09/05/2024129,243 mi
- 22/04/2025129,938 mi+695 mi
- 22/04/2025129,940 mi+2 mi
- 07/05/2026130,516 mi+576 mi
- 07/05/2026130,518 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 639 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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