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BU16 FHB

2016 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

294,468 mi
Last recorded294,468 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 FHB
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 294,468 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 262,864 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 222,674 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 188,436 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 153,629 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 129,239 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 123,207 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 93,409 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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BU16 FHB is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 63,647 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU16 FHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 10 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU16 FHB registered?

BU16 FHB is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is BU16 FHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 FHB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU16 FHB have outstanding finance?

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