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GF16 XYR

2016 Skoda Octavia

Beige Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,372 mi
Last recorded40,372 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF16 XYR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 40,372 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 35,490 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 33,017 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 32,097 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin x2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 31,299 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 29,740 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 28,109 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 22,365 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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GF16 XYR is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Beige with a 1,197cc petrol 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 GF16 XYR, 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 GF16 XYR registered?

GF16 XYR is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 May 2016.

Is GF16 XYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF16 XYR 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.

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