2016 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Petrol · FJ16 AAY

This Skoda Octavia presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 7 June 2025 at 109,381 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a ten year old vehicle, averaging roughly 10,938 miles per year. The records show a steady accumulation of distance, moving from 98,337 miles in April 2023 to 109,381 miles by June 2025. A brief anomaly occurred on 22 April 2024, where the car failed its test only to pass the following day at 104,362 miles. The lack of recorded defects for either the failure or the subsequent pass suggests a clerical error or a minor issue resolved instantly. Because the MOT history is unusually clean and devoid of advisories, the record provides little insight into the wear of specific components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on common high-mileage wear points that MOT testers often overlook if they are not yet critical. This includes checking the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and the depth of tyre tread across all four corners. Attention should also be paid to the brake discs and pads for signs of uneven wear or pitting. While the DVSA records show no binding calipers or corrosion, the vehicle's age and mileage make a manual check of the underbody for structural rust a priority. Verifying the service history for timing belt and water pump replacements is essential, as these critical maintenance items are not captured in a standard MOT test.