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PN16 GRZ

2016 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,746 mi
Last recorded94,746 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2026
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN16 GRZ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2026 94,746 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lenses adjustors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2025 83,719 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

full underbody protection fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2024 74,440 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 74,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 66,135 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 55,629 miles

full underbody protection fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2021 45,360 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 33,332 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 2 Apr 2019 19,367 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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PN16 GRZ is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN16 GRZ, 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.

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What year was PN16 GRZ registered?

PN16 GRZ is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 7 April 2016.

Is PN16 GRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN16 GRZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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