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GM16 BXF

2016 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

68,790 mi
Last recorded68,790 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 BXF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 68,790 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 62,151 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 56,648 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 49,822 miles

Exhaust emissions are too clean to read

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jan 2022 42,869 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2022 42,869 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 39,511 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 29,502 miles

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

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

Under Trays Fitted.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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GM16 BXF is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc 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 GM16 BXF, 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 GM16 BXF registered?

GM16 BXF is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 June 2016.

Is GM16 BXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM16 BXF 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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