BL65 VAD

2016 SKODA — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
SKODA
Year
2016
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1197 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
14 January 2027 (214 days away)
Last recorded mileage
38,893 mi

AI verdict AVOID 41/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2016 Skoda has 13 MOT tests on record with a 62% pass rate and 38,893 miles. The recurring pattern of brake, tyre, and suspension issues, combined with a significant mileage anomaly, makes this vehicle a high-risk purchase.

The MOT history shows a significant mileage anomaly: 38,893 miles by Jan 2019, then only 2,341 miles by July 2020, before returning to normal usage.

Things to check

  • AUTO-FLAGGED: DANGEROUS defect (Nov 2024): Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DANGEROUS brake failure on 2021-08-11 (rear pads <1.5mm).
  • DANGEROUS tyre failure on 2023-11-27 (nearside front tyre ply exposed).
  • DANGEROUS suspension failure on 2022-10-26 (offside front wishbone bush).

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until January 2027, offering immediate peace of mind.
  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 10,091 miles/year since 2019.
  • No outstanding MOT failures or advisories as of the last test in January 2026.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2024) indicates strong inherent safety features.

Mileage history

Jan 2019: 38,893 mi PASSFeb 2020: 52,648 mi PASSJul 2020: 54,989 mi PASSAug 2021: 64,253 mi FAILAug 2021: 64,255 mi PASSOct 2022: 67,798 mi FAILNov 2022: 67,798 mi PASSNov 2023: 80,293 mi FAILNov 2023: 80,293 mi PASSNov 2024: 89,857 mi FAILNov 2024: 89,857 mi PASSJan 2026: 101,383 mi FAILJan 2026: 101,383 mi PASS101k70k39kJan 2019Jan 2026

MOT test history — 8/13 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jan 2019 PASS 38,893 mi
ADVISORY Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Feb 2020 PASS 52,648 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Jul 2020 PASS 54,989 mi None recorded
Aug 2021 FAIL 64,253 mi
DANGEROUS Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
Aug 2021 PASS 64,255 mi
ADVISORY Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))
Oct 2022 FAIL 67,798 mi
MAJOR Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Nov 2022 PASS 67,798 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nov 2023 FAIL 80,293 mi
MAJOR Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE, REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached WISHBONE, REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2023 PASS 80,293 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nov 2024 FAIL 89,857 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
DANGEROUS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Nov 2024 PASS 89,857 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
Jan 2026 FAIL 101,383 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUS Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Jan 2026 PASS 101,383 mi None recorded

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