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2018 Skoda Karoq 1.6L Diesel · FM18 XPO

FM18 XPO

2018 Skoda Karoq (1.6L, diesel). First registered 02 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 31,393 miles. MOT valid until 01 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
SKODA KAROQ
Year / Origin
2018 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 01 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
31,393 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 01 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 31,393 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This streak of clean passes, dating back to 2022, suggests that the mechanical and structural components have remained within operational parameters without recurring failures or escalating safety concerns. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,900 miles per year. Between July 2022 at 18,879 miles and July 2024 at 26,238 miles, the car covered 7,359 miles, indicating consistent but low-intensity use. The interval of 1,304 miles between the two most recent tests in July and February follows this established usage pattern. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though it can occasionally lead to age-related degradation if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. Since the MOT history shows no previous mechanical faults or structural corrosion, a buyer should focus on physical checks associated with low-mileage storage. Inspect the tyres for flat spots or sidew cracking, as low use can cause rubber to harden over time. Examine the brake discs for surface rust or pitting, as infrequent braking often prevents the rotors from cleaning themselves. Additionally, check the rubber suspension bushes and boots for cracking to ensure they have not perished due to age despite the low odometer reading.
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FM18 XPO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
  • 31,393 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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FM18 XPO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 10:03
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Skoda Karoq (FM18 XPO) between July 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

FM18 XPO Mileage History

  1. 28/07/202218,879 mi
  2. 21/07/202322,576 mi+3,697 mi
  3. 19/07/202426,238 mi+3,662 mi
  4. 22/07/202530,089 mi+3,851 mi
  5. 02/02/202631,393 mi+1,304 mi

Average of roughly 3,557 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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