2016 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · A18 COB
2016 Skoda Octavia (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 108,357 miles. MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,357 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A18 COB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
- 108,357 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A18 COB 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 (A18 COB) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
A18 COB Mileage History
- 23/02/202271,366 mi
- 24/02/202380,750 mi+9,384 mi
- 05/02/202491,634 mi+10,884 mi
- 27/02/2025100,381 mi+8,747 mi
- 19/02/2026108,357 mi+7,976 mi
Average of roughly 9,273 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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