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VN65 ZYK

2016 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,283 mi
Last recorded166,283 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Skoda Octavia63,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN65 ZYK
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 166,283 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 140,100 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 120,169 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 95,141 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 68,133 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 60,174 miles

Covers on under side of vehicle preventing full inspection of the fuel and brake lines

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 53,569 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 37,342 miles

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

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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VN65 ZYK is a 2016 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VN65 ZYK, 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 VN65 ZYK registered?

VN65 ZYK is a 2016 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 26 January 2016.

Is VN65 ZYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN65 ZYK shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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