2016 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · A13 NBD
2016 Skoda Octavia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 57,548 miles. MOT expired on 30 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,548 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A13 NBD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 57,548 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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A13 NBD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Skoda Octavia (A13 NBD) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
A13 NBD Mileage History
- 14/10/202238,430 mi
- 26/01/202339,284 mi+854 mi
- 31/10/202346,989 mi+7,705 mi
- 24/10/202451,944 mi+4,955 mi
- 14/10/202557,548 mi+5,604 mi
Average of roughly 6,372 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Our Verdict
This is a well-maintained Skoda Octavia diesel with a clean recent MOT record and sensible mileage for its age, making it a confident used buy. The only minor blemish was ageing rear tyres noted in 2023, which have since been superseded by two further passes with no defects.
Given the clean MOT history, your main negotiation leverage should be around the condition of consumables and proof of routine servicing. Ask to see a full service history, particularly for the timing belt and diesel particulate filter (DPF) intervals on this 1.6-litre diesel, as these are key longevity items on high-mileage oil-burners. Confirm the rear tyres flagged in 2023 have been replaced, and check the front tyres and brake disc condition as part of any pre-purchase inspection.
As a 1598cc diesel registered in September 2016, this Octavia falls into a moderate VED band for pre-April 2017 cars, typically around £20-£30 per year depending on CO2. Insurance groups for the 1.6 TDI Octavia of this era are usually low-to-mid, keeping premiums reasonable for most drivers. Real-world fuel economy of 55-65 mpg is realistic, and routine maintenance such as oil, filters and tyres is inexpensive thanks to shared VAG parts.
The MOT history shows only minor rear tyre perishing in 2023 (5.2.3 (d) (ii) on both sides), so physically inspect all four tyres for cracking, uneven wear or low tread, and verify the rears are now within legal limits. Check the underside and wheel arches for corrosion given the vehicle is now nearly ten years old, even though no MOT defects have been recorded for this. On a diesel of this age and mileage, examine the DPF for warning lights or regeneration issues and ensure the engine starts cleanly from cold without excessive smoke.
The 2016 white Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI (A13NBD) shows a consistent MOT history with five passes and no failures between 2022 and 2025. Recorded mileage has risen gradually from 38,430 in October 2022 to 57,548 by October 2025, averaging under 7,000 miles per year. The only advisory was minor cracking on both rear tyres in October 2023, a wear item rather than a structural concern, and nothing was flagged at the two most recent tests.
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