2016 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · KU16 BFX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a positive maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent test conducted in December 2025 at 78,828 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. While there was a minor failure in December 2024 due to a high offside front headlamp aim, this was rectified immediately with a pass recorded the following day. This suggests the current owner is responsive to MOT defects once they are identified. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per annum. The record shows a steady accumulation of use, moving from 31,641 miles in early 2019 to 78,828 miles by late 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing that would suggest the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to perished rubber seals or seized brake components. The regular usage generally helps keep mechanical components like seals and exhaust systems in better working condition. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking system, as the 2019 test flagged thin brake pads and uneven tyre wear. While these issues were addressed, the inner-edge wear on the tyres previously often points to potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be re-checked now. Given the lack of recorded advisories for structural corrosion or rust in the recent history, the primary integrity appears sound, but verifying the state of the control arms and bushes remains prudent for a vehicle of this mileage.