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WR18 UBU

2018 Skoda Octavia

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

223,810 mi
Last recorded223,810 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Skoda Octavia49,454 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR18 UBU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 223,810 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on drivers windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2026 223,442 miles

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower engine rubber mount has excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Nsf tyre under inflated causing inner edge to wear - tyre pressure warning light displayed indicating low pressure on nsf (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on drivers windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak at the back of engine around turbo area and sump - undertray is stopping the oil from reaching the ground (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 183,400 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 148,968 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 124,715 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 77,448 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 71,743 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 51,567 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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WR18 UBU is a 2018 Skoda Octavia in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel 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 WR18 UBU, 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 WR18 UBU registered?

WR18 UBU is a 2018 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 August 2018.

Is WR18 UBU safe to buy?

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