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DA68 FYL

2018 Skoda Octavia

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,870 mi
Last recorded150,870 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA68 FYL
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 150,870 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 128,821 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2024 120,593 miles

rear taxi plate obscuring rear registration plate slightly

undertrays fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2023 120,582 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower suspension arm rear bush perishing / splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower suspension arm rear bush perishing / splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

rear taxi plate obscuring rear registration plate slightly

vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2022 82,132 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 82,021 miles

full under body shields fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2021 76,965 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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DA68 FYL is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 49,454 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 DA68 FYL, 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 8 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 DA68 FYL registered?

DA68 FYL is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 10 December 2018.

Is DA68 FYL safe to buy?

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