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SO16 UGK

2016 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,928 mi
Last recorded113,928 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO16 UGK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 113,928 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2026 113,928 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Dec 2025 108,295 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 91,225 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shields insecure

Pass 23 Nov 2023 76,933 miles

Front Wiper blades smearing screen

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2022 62,814 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 62,814 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2021 53,727 miles

Front Inner brake pads on around 2.5mm

Front brake discs lipped

Offside Rear Inner brake pad wearing close to 1.5mm

rear brake discs showing corrosion and bevelled towards edges

Fail 9 Dec 2021 53,723 miles

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

Front Inner brake pads on around 2.5mm

Front brake discs lipped

Offside Rear Inner brake pad wearing close to 1.5mm

rear brake discs showing corrosion and bevelled towards edges

Pass 3 Dec 2020 45,954 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,758 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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SO16 UGK is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SO16 UGK, 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 SO16 UGK registered?

SO16 UGK is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is SO16 UGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO16 UGK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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