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OU16 FNM

2016 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,928 mi
Last recorded118,928 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU16 FNM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 118,928 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Mar 2026 118,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 107,179 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 95,982 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s and o/s/r ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front tyre worn slightly on inner edge

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2023 84,787 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge.

Unable to fully inspect due to plastic undertrays fitted.

Fail 6 Apr 2023 84,787 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge.

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to plastic undertrays fitted.

Pass 31 Mar 2022 72,908 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2021 60,105 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 53,712 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 40,260 miles

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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OU16 FNM is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OU16 FNM, 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

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What year was OU16 FNM registered?

OU16 FNM is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2016.

Is OU16 FNM safe to buy?

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