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GC65 GBY

2016 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,366 mi
Last recorded51,366 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC65 GBY
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 51,366 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 49,435 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 46,139 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 43,438 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 40,426 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 37,459 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2021 37,459 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 34,681 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres; sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 34,681 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres; sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 27,911 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 27,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside 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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GC65 GBY is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GC65 GBY, 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 GC65 GBY registered?

GC65 GBY is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 February 2016.

Is GC65 GBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC65 GBY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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