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WA16 DLD

2016 Skoda Octavia

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

294,693 mi
Last recorded294,693 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA16 DLD
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 294,693 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 267,007 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 237,893 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2024 237,893 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 138,242 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 97,465 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 93,439 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 68,899 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 68,886 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cuts and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2021 68,886 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cuts and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 52,410 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 29 Mar 2019 33,740 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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WA16 DLD is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 WA16 DLD, 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.

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What year was WA16 DLD registered?

WA16 DLD is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2016.

Is WA16 DLD safe to buy?

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