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FX18 AVM

2018 Skoda Octavia

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,647 mi
Last recorded116,647 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX18 AVM
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 116,647 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Aug 2026 116,647 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 100,474 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 83,207 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 83,037 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 72,055 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2023 72,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively worn lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 56,314 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror

Pass 9 Aug 2021 43,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and sidewall has slight damage (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and sidewall has slight damage (5.2.3 (e))

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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FX18 AVM is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FX18 AVM, 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 FX18 AVM registered?

FX18 AVM is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 15 August 2018.

Is FX18 AVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX18 AVM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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