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2021 SKODA KAROQ1.5L PETROL

M16 DBD

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This 2021 SKODA KAROQ is a PETROL vehicle with a 1498cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 20,860.

MOT
Valid
Expires 27/05/2027
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/06/2027
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
2021
Engine
1498cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on May 29, 2026, 20,860 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a minor failure just three days prior to that test at 20,859 miles due to a non-functional rear fog lamp. This sequence suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying immediate defects to maintain compliance rather than ignoring early signs of mechanical failure. The mileage profile is low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,172 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, moving from 11,735 miles in April 2024 to 16,286 miles in May 2025. This low annual mileage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts or seals if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods between service intervals. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension components noted during the May 2025 test at 16,286 miles. The tester flagged light misting on the nearside front shock absorber and significant inner wear on both front tyres. While the shock absorber was only weeping then, a buyer should verify that the seal has not deteriorated into a significant leak. The buyer must also confirm that the front alignment has been corrected to prevent the uneven tyre-edge wear that previously triggered the advisory.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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Euro EURO 6 AP

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 26 Jun 2026, 01:05
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on May 29, 2026, 20,860 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a minor failure just three days prior to that test at 20,859 miles due to a non-functional rear fog lamp. This sequence suggests the owner is proactive in rectifying immediate defects to maintain compliance rather than ignoring early signs of mechanical failure. The mileage profile is low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,172 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns, moving from 11,735 miles in April 2024 to 16,286 miles in May 2025. This low annual mileage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts or seals if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods between service intervals. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension components noted during the May 2025 test at 16,286 miles. The tester flagged light misting on the nearside front shock absorber and significant inner wear on both front tyres. While the shock absorber was only weeping then, a buyer should verify that the seal has not deteriorated into a significant leak. The buyer must also confirm that the front alignment has been corrected to prevent the uneven tyre-edge wear that previously triggered the advisory.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Skoda Karoq (M16 DBD) from 2021 show a total of 4 MOT tests between April 2024 and May 2026.

Across its entire MOT history, this Skoda has a 75% success rate (3 passes and 1 fails). A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 3 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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