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GX16 RBU

2016 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,205 mi
Last recorded101,205 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 RBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2026 101,205 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Oct 2025 95,776 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 73,831 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 61,321 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 40,959 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 19,178 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 18,473 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 17,234 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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GX16 RBU is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Blue 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 GX16 RBU, 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

How do I check the history of GX16 RBU?

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What year was GX16 RBU registered?

GX16 RBU is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 April 2016.

Is GX16 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 RBU 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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