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WJ16 FJE

2016 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,415 mi
Last recorded138,415 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ16 FJE
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 138,415 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2026 138,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2025 127,495 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 118,110 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2024 118,110 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 90,995 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 71,253 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 50,738 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 32,642 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2019 29,857 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 29,857 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 20,770 miles

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

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

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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WJ16 FJE is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,395cc petrol 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 WJ16 FJE, 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 WJ16 FJE registered?

WJ16 FJE is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is WJ16 FJE safe to buy?

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