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Skoda Octavia

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

R16 DCAMOT history

R16 DCA is a white diesel Skoda Octavia first used on 26 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 129,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

R16 DCA white Skoda Octavia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,962 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 DCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Octavia
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
26 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 DCA was last recorded at 129,962 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,962 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,962 miles
  • 2025 – 115,470 miles
  • 2024 – 101,426 miles
  • 2023 – 85,490 miles
  • 2022 – 76,830 miles
  • 2021 – 66,416 miles
  • 2020 – 56,314 miles
  • 2018 – 41,426 miles
  • 2017 – 32,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,962 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,962 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,962 miles
    Test number
    565129187471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail129,962 miles (+14,492)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,962 miles
    Test number
    463491173741
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass115,470 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    115,470 miles
    Test number
    163111696914
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail115,468 miles (+14,042)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,468 miles
    Test number
    266389735371
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass101,426 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,426 miles
    Test number
    716365563772
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Fail101,426 miles (+15,936)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,426 miles
    Test number
    146410400998
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass85,490 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,490 miles
    Test number
    709570516662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,760 miles (+6,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,760 miles
    Test number
    603427016805
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass76,830 miles (+10,414)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,830 miles
    Test number
    675311311620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,416 miles (+10,102)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,416 miles
    Test number
    387314581570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,314 miles (+14,888)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,314 miles
    Test number
    277420512631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,426 miles (+8,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,426 miles
    Test number
    163311021279
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components.
  13. Pass32,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    32,542 miles
    Test number
    371167762273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 DCA

Does R16 DCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 DCA is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 DCA?
The MOT on R16 DCA is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 DCA done?
R16 DCA was recorded at 129,962 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 11,228 miles a year.
Has R16 DCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 DCA has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 DCA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R16 DCA find?
R16 DCA passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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