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DF66 DBZ

2016 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,753 mi
Last recorded99,753 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF66 DBZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 99,753 miles

Exhaust emissions too clean to record

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 93,256 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 27 Oct 2023 86,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2023 86,050 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 77,975 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 77,973 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Oct 2021 68,950 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 61,872 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 54,851 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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DF66 DBZ is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 63,647 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF66 DBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 10 years old, this Skoda Octavia is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF66 DBZ?

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What year was DF66 DBZ registered?

DF66 DBZ is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 11 November 2016.

Is DF66 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF66 DBZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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