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VU18 OFP

2018 Skoda Octavia

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,265 mi
Last recorded69,265 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU18 OFP
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 69,265 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 59,902 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 50,704 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2024 50,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, 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

Pass 15 May 2024 46,060 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 31,929 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2022 21,761 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 15,524 miles

Nearside Front 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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VU18 OFP is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VU18 OFP, 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

How do I check the history of VU18 OFP?

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What year was VU18 OFP registered?

VU18 OFP is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 23 May 2018.

Is VU18 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU18 OFP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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