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2020 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · BK20 VUG

BK20 VUG

2020 Skoda Octavia (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2020. Recorded mileage 155,769 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
SKODA OCTAVIA
Year / Origin
2020 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
155,769 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2020
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent test on May 8, 2025, which passed with no recorded defects. This follows a period of clean passes after an initial failure on February 20, 2023. While the specific reason for that early failure is not detailed in the record, the subsequent three successful inspections indicate that any identified faults were addressed and the vehicle has since met all regulatory standards without further. The recorded mileage of 123,850 miles over a six-year period reflects a high usage rate of approximately 20,600 miles per year. This level of operation typically accelerates the wear on mechanical components compared to average-use private vehicles. The data shows a cluster of testing activity between February 2023 and May 2024, followed by a thirteen-month gap before the May 2025 test. This pattern suggests the vehicle undergoes significant strain on the drivetrain and suspension systems over short intervals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most susceptible to high-mileage fatigue. This includes checking suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs for signs of tearing or fatigue that often manifest at this mileage. Given the mileage, a thorough examination of brake disc thickness and caliper condition is necessary to ensure no binding or uneven wear has occurred. Additionally, the structural integrity of the underbody should be verified to ensure that high-frequency use has not led to accelerated corrosion or mounting degradation. Buying score: 68 Risk level: Low.

BK20 VUG Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
  • 155,769 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
92
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG

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BK20 VUG Mileage History

  1. 05/02/202474,922 mi
  2. 23/05/202484,662 mi+9,740 mi
  3. 08/05/2025123,850 mi+39,188 mi
  4. 07/05/2026155,769 mi+31,919 mi
  5. 07/05/2026155,769 mi

Average of roughly 35,926 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BK20 VUG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 18:52
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Skoda Octavia (BK20 VUG) between February 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 May 2026 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: Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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