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GM16 PEO

2016 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,974 mi
Last recorded122,974 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM16 PEO
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 122,974 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view *WINDOW HAS 2 x CHIPS IN "ZONE B" (SMALLER THAN 40mm)* (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 107,430 miles

*SERVICE LIGHT ON DASH*

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords *TYRE HAS 2 x CUTS (205/55/16 91V) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 93,900 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 84,955 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 73,663 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 63,228 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 53,704 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 45,291 miles

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

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

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

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 PEO is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel 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 GM16 PEO, 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 GM16 PEO registered?

GM16 PEO is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 21 June 2016.

Is GM16 PEO safe to buy?

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