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GL16 LZP

2016 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

243,564 mi
Last recorded243,564 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2022
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 LZP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2022 243,564 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 216,624 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 195,464 miles

Emissions not detected

Factory fitted engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge--205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge--205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 141,761 miles

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Pass 9 Apr 2018 80,094 miles

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

ENGINE OIL ON MINIUM

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil STRUT (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil STRUT (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 12,289 miles

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Fail 13 Apr 2017 12,289 miles

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY FITTED

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GL16 LZP is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL16 LZP, 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 GL16 LZP registered?

GL16 LZP is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 25 April 2016.

Is GL16 LZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL16 LZP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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