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MC16 XEW

2016 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

188,779 mi
Last recorded188,779 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC16 XEW
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 188,779 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 166,166 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 136,912 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 113,204 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 88,272 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 59,407 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 30,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 26,992 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresh ()

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 26,992 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresh ()

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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MC16 XEW is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MC16 XEW, 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 MC16 XEW registered?

MC16 XEW is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 28 July 2016.

Is MC16 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC16 XEW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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