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LC16 WXG

2016 Skoda Octavia

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

203,281 mi
Last recorded203,281 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC16 WXG
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 203,281 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2025 203,281 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2024 168,551 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2023 131,101 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONTS AND REARS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 10 Sep 2021 127,491 miles

Nearside Front noticed when retesting vehicle for wheel bearing noticed metal clip missing for brake flexy pipe and abs sensor loam instead cable tie has been fitted said to customer need to get correct clip refitted.

Fail 2 Sep 2021 127,105 miles

Fuel system component leaking injector area. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Passenger compartment passenger compartment in such a condition that exhaust fumes lead to a danger to health of persons on board (6.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2020 103,503 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 97,383 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 81,244 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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LC16 WXG is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LC16 WXG, 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 LC16 WXG registered?

LC16 WXG is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 22 June 2016.

Is LC16 WXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC16 WXG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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