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MV16 JYS

2016 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,003 mi
Last recorded144,003 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV16 JYS
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 144,003 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 133,687 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 125,009 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 124,868 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 108,168 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 80,156 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 72,620 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2019 72,620 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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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MV16 JYS is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 MV16 JYS, 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 MV16 JYS?

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What year was MV16 JYS registered?

MV16 JYS is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 18 March 2016.

Is MV16 JYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV16 JYS shows 8 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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