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LX18 OBP

2018 Skoda Octavia

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,393 mi
Last recorded85,393 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX18 OBP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 85,393 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage is less than 40mm diameter. (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Apr 2026 85,358 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Bonnet fails to lock fully. (3.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Air bag warning symbol is illuminated. (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 R17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage is less than 40mm diameter. (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 79,275 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2025 79,275 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 70,262 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2024 70,262 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 54,427 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil level low

Pass 23 Apr 2022 42,494 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2022 42,494 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2021 32,650 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))

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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LX18 OBP is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LX18 OBP, 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 LX18 OBP registered?

LX18 OBP is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 2 March 2018.

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