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MA18 JOH

2018 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,224 mi
Last recorded98,224 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA18 JOH
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 98,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2026 98,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 79,177 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 62,704 miles

Offside Front Body component slightly loose offside front mirror housing attached with tape (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 62,685 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected mirror (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 45,554 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 26,966 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2021 13,259 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2021 13,259 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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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MA18 JOH is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,968cc diesel 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 MA18 JOH, 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 MA18 JOH registered?

MA18 JOH is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 14 April 2018.

Is MA18 JOH safe to buy?

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