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DF16 FTA

2016 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

134,293 mi
Last recorded134,293 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 FTA
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 134,293 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2026 134,293 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 117,425 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 104,335 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 90,209 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 75,333 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 61,265 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 47,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 45,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 35,873 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

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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DF16 FTA is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DF16 FTA, 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 DF16 FTA registered?

DF16 FTA is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 May 2016.

Is DF16 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF16 FTA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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