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2018 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · BF03 ABY

BF03 ABY

2018 Skoda Kodiaq (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 74,228 miles. MOT valid until 26 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.

Make & Model
SKODA KODIAQ
Year / Origin
2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Oct 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
74,228 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Oct 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable maintenance trend and remains roadworthy based on the available data. The most recent test on 17 October 2025 at 74,228 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. Although the record shows a failure on the same day, the immediate pass suggests a minor administrative error or a rapid rectification of a trivial issue, as no specific faults were logged for either entry. The mileage accumulation is consistent and aligns with typical usage for an eight year old vehicle. Between 24 October 2022 and 24 October 2024, the odometer rose from 47,494 to 63,408 miles, averaging roughly 8,000 miles per year. The most recent interval shows a slight increase in usage, adding 10,820 miles over the final year. This steady pattern indicates the car has been in regular use rather than sitting idle, which generally benefits the health of seals and battery life. The absence of any advisories or failures across five years of testing is rare and suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance. The tester flagged no issues with suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion during any of the inspections from 2022 through 2025. This lack of recurring faults implies the previous owner addressed wear and tear before the annual inspection. A physical inspection should still focus on standard consumables that MOT testers may overlook if they meet the minimum legal limit. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, as these will naturally wear given the 74,228 mile total. Verify the service history for oil changes and timing belt intervals to ensure the mechanical upkeep matches the clean MOT record.
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BF03 ABY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2025
  • 74,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring windscreen items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BF03 ABY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 07:16
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Skoda Kodiaq (BF03 ABY) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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ADVISORY

BF03 ABY Mileage History

  1. 24/10/202247,494 mi
  2. 24/10/202354,633 mi+7,139 mi
  3. 24/10/202463,408 mi+8,775 mi
  4. 17/10/202574,228 mi+10,820 mi
  5. 17/10/202574,228 mi

Average of roughly 8,966 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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