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GN65 KSU

2016 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,438 mi
Last recorded48,438 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN65 KSU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 48,438 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre wall scuffed/inner wall cracked

nearside rear tyre inner wall cracked

Pass 27 Dec 2024 41,336 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 30 Dec 2023 34,553 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2023 34,553 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 27,710 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2021 23,179 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 19,768 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Dec 2019 16,190 miles

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

emissions too clean to test

Fail 28 Dec 2019 16,190 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside 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))

emissions too clean to test

Pass 29 Dec 2018 11,717 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre CI225/40Y18 ()

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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GN65 KSU is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GN65 KSU, 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 GN65 KSU registered?

GN65 KSU is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 1 January 2016.

Is GN65 KSU safe to buy?

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