2016 Skoda Octavia 1.4L Petrol · PG16 FVB

The 2016 SkodA Octavia currently holds a valid MOT pass dated 9 February 2026 at 80,765 miles, though that same day also produced a failed test five miles earlier. The failure flagged all four brake pads as wearing thin, with both front pads below 1.5 mm and both rears noted as wearing thin. This indicates the braking system was marginal at the time of testing and the car required prompt pad replacement to achieve its pass. The maintenance trend is mixed: the vehicle passed cleanly in February 2025 at 72,175 miles after rectifying four tyre failures, yet the recurrence of worn pads within twelve months suggests consumable upkeep has been reactive rather than planned. No structural corrosion, suspension, or emissions defects appear on record, which is encouraging for a ten-year-old vehicle. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between February 2024 at 64,241 miles and February 2025 at 72,175 miles, the car covered 7,934 miles. The following year saw a near-identical 8,590 miles added to reach 80,765 miles by February 2026. This equates to roughly 8,000 to 8,600 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular use rather than prolonged standing. The MOT record itself is sparse, with only three test events documented across three years, but the mileage accumulation between tests is steady and unremarkable. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyres in particular. The February 2026 failure on all four brake pads, followed by a same-day pass, means replacement pads and discs were almost certainly fitted shortly before sale. Verify the quality of that repair by checking pad thickness, disc condition, and whether calipers are operating freely without binding. The 2025 failure exposed ply or cords on three tyres and found the fourth below the 1.6 mm legal minimum, indicating the previous owner allowed tyres to degrade to a dangerous level. Inspect current tyres for uneven wear, sidewall cracking, and age-related perishing, particularly if the same set remains fitted. Given the recurring pattern of worn consumables, request invoices for recent brake and tyre work to confirm the repairs were completed to a satisfactory standard rather than merely to secure a pass.