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DX16 VPR

2016 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,121 mi
Last recorded95,121 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX16 VPR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 95,121 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 84,708 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear fog lamp inoperative

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 84,708 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear fog lamp inoperative

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 74,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 65,771 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 58,584 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 46,903 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 38,385 miles

Rear tyres cracked in tread pattern . size 205/55/r16

Pass 18 Sep 2019 29,378 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 29,370 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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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DX16 VPR is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX16 VPR, 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 DX16 VPR registered?

DX16 VPR is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 16 March 2016.

Is DX16 VPR safe to buy?

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