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MF16 YMS

2016 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,109 mi
Last recorded157,109 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF16 YMS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 157,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Axle Corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2026 157,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Axle Corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2025 148,701 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 148,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding brake pads low (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 136,941 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 120,934 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 108,639 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 108,639 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 100,607 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 70,211 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 44,415 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 44,355 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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MF16 YMS is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MF16 YMS, 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 MF16 YMS registered?

MF16 YMS is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is MF16 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF16 YMS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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