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FV16 MXC

2016 Skoda Octavia

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,353 mi
Last recorded99,353 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 MXC
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 99,353 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES COVERD IN MUD (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 90,069 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both sides slightly damaged (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 90,069 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Nearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both sides slightly damaged (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 81,572 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 73,734 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 67,267 miles

Offside Rear damaged

Pass 19 Jan 2021 59,030 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 49,152 miles

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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FV16 MXC is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV16 MXC, 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.

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What year was FV16 MXC registered?

FV16 MXC is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 June 2016.

Is FV16 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV16 MXC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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