2018 Skoda Karoq 2.0L Diesel · DF67 UGK

The 2018 Skoda Karoq presents a stable and generally improving maintenance picture, culminating in a clean pass recorded on 12 December 2025 at 57,288 miles. The most recent test flagged only two minor advisories: rear brake pads wearing thin and an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit with slight sidewall damage. These are consumable items, not structural or mechanical failures. Crucially, the 2024 test at 45,659 miles recorded zero defects whatsoever, and the 2025 test also passed with no failures. This pattern indicates the vehicle is currently in sound mechanical order, with the last two consecutive MOTs showing no dangerous or major faults. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for an eight-year-old vehicle. The recorded figures climb from 26,401 miles in December 2021 to 57,288 miles in December 2025, averaging roughly 7,161 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the annual mileage, suggesting regular, steady use rather than prolonged standing or extreme high-mileage bursts. The annual tests are spaced at consistent yearly intervals in December, providing a reliable chronological record of wear progression across the vehicle's life. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and rear suspension components, as these areas have drawn repeated attention across the history. Rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in both 2022 and 2025, while rear brake discs were noted as worn in 2022. The front brake discs were flagged as pitted or scored in 2023. This recurring pattern across both axles suggests the braking system has experienced sustained wear and the current rear pad advisory indicates the next replacement cycle is approaching. Inspect the rear discs and pads in person for uneven wear, lipping, and remaining pad thickness. The offside rear tyre advisory in 2025 also warrants checking for any ongoing alignment or suspension issues that could cause uneven or edge wear. Beyond the brakes, the 2022 advisory on worn rear discs combined with the recurring rear pad wear points to a system that has been worked hard. Have a technician check the rear calipers for any sign of binding, which accelerates pad and disc wear. Inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers for deterioration, as these components absorb braking loads and degrade over time. The 2021 test noted child seat fitment obscuring rear adult belt inspection, so manually verify all rear seatbelts retract and lock correctly. Overall, the mechanical record is reassuring, but the repeated braking advisories mean a pre-purchase inspection focused on the rear axle is a sensible precaution.