2016 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · PE68 DHC
2016 Skoda Octavia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 27 Nov 2016. Recorded mileage 42,420 miles. MOT valid until 04 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA OCTAVIA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,420 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE68 DHC Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2026
- 42,420 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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PE68 DHC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2016 Skoda Octavia (PE68 DHC) between February 2026 and February 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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