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2018 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · BU18 GTF

BU18 GTF

2018 Skoda Fabia (1.0L, petrol). First registered 19 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 38,698 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
SKODA FABIA
Year / Origin
2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
38,698 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 08 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
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BU18 GTF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
  • 38,698 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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BU18 GTF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Oct 2026, 13:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Skoda Fabia (BU18 GTF) between February 2022 and April 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are 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.

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BU18 GTF Mileage History

  1. 28/02/202216,400 mi
  2. 20/02/202322,105 mi+5,705 mi
  3. 21/02/202428,614 mi+6,509 mi
  4. 10/04/202533,649 mi+5,035 mi
  5. 01/04/202638,698 mi+5,049 mi

Average of roughly 5,455 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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2018 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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