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KS18 AFJ

2018 Skoda Octavia

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,217 mi
Last recorded72,217 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS18 AFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 72,217 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 68,768 miles

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 65,500 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 65,499 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 3 May 2023 59,661 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2023 59,661 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BULB NOT IN HOLDER (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 45,924 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 32,432 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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KS18 AFJ is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KS18 AFJ, 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.

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What year was KS18 AFJ registered?

KS18 AFJ is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is KS18 AFJ safe to buy?

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