0131 5161697
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- 0131 516 1697
- +44 131 516 1697
AI Summary
Based on 1 community report
This Edinburgh number is impersonating Boots Opticians to potentially gather personal information or book fraudulent appointments. The caller contacted someone at 6:30pm claiming no appointments were available on requested dates, but when the person checked online themselves, they found plenty of free slots available. This discrepancy is a major red flag - legitimate businesses don't lie about availability.
The timing is also suspicious, as the real Boots Opticians office was closed when this call was made. Scammers often use well-known high street brands like Boots to appear trustworthy while collecting personal details or setting up fake appointments. If you receive similar calls claiming to be from Boots or other opticians, hang up and contact the store directly using the official number from their website or your appointment card.
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1 totalcalled me at 6.30pm wanting to book appt but told me no appts at my store on dates i said. I looked online boots opticians number the office was closed. Tried booking myslef and there were whole days free. Blocked and reporting it as scam
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About 0131 516 1697
What type of number is 0131 516 1697?
The phone number 0131 5161697 (also written as +44 131 516 1697) is a UK landline number originating from the Edinburgh area in Scotland . Calls to this number are charged at standard UK landline rates, usually included in call packages.
Is 0131 516 1697 safe to answer?
Based on 1 community report, this number has been frequently reported as spam or a potential scam. The current risk score is 80% with 1 report marking it as spam .
Exercise extreme caution if you receive a call from this number. Do not share personal or financial information.
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- Tel Number
- 0131 516 1697
- Country
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Network
- Magrathea Telecommunications
- Area
- Edinburgh
- Type
- Geographic
- First Seen
- 11 Mar 2026
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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