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A16 LBF

2011 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,375 mi
Last recorded96,375 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Octavia83,226 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 LBF
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 96,375 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 89,387 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 89,387 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 81,683 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 81,683 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 72,750 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 May 2022 64,074 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 22 Apr 2021 56,863 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 49,964 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 44,803 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 41,277 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 38,166 miles

wipers smearing slightly. both rear tyres worn on inner edge.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 35,485 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 32,759 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 32,567 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2015 32,567 miles

Front registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

Rear registration plate non-reflective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 16,701 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 15,605 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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A16 LBF is a 2011 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 83,226 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A16 LBF, 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 15 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 LBF registered?

A16 LBF is a 2011 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 January 2011.

Is A16 LBF safe to buy?

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