Yes, VR53 ADS is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 April 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for VR53 ADS?

The MOT for VR53 ADS is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of VR53 ADS?

The recorded mileage for VR53 ADS is 129,703 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VR53 ADS ULEZ compliant?

No, VR53 ADS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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Road Tax Paid

2003 Skoda Octavia 1.8L Petrol · VR53 ADS

VR53 ADS

2003 Skoda Octavia (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 129,703 miles. MOT valid until 06/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model: SKODA OCTAVIA
Year / Origin: 2003 · Worcester
MOT Status: Valid until 06/04/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 129,703 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 06/04/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/04/2027

Mileage: 129,703 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2003
Engine: 1781cc

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VR53 ADS Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/04/2026
129,703 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed

✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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VR53 ADS Mileage History

01/04/2023101,960 mi
22/03/2024108,009 mi+6,049 mi
29/03/2025120,560 mi+12,551 mi
04/04/2025120,703 mi+143 mi
04/04/2026129,703 mi+9,000 mi

Average of roughly 9,220 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VR53 ADS MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Skoda Octavia (VR53 ADS) between April 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 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: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (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: “Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.

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