2018 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · GD18 DOU
2018 Skoda Kodiaq (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2018. Recorded mileage 84,610 miles. MOT expired on 17 May 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA KODIAQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 May 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,610 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD18 DOU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2025
- 84,610 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD18 DOU MOT History
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 Kodiaq (GD18 DOU) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GD18 DOU Mileage History
- 12/05/202240,285 mi
- 17/05/202357,646 mi+17,361 mi
- 08/05/202471,885 mi+14,239 mi
- 01/05/202584,610 mi+12,725 mi
- 01/05/202584,610 mi
Average of roughly 14,920 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Kodiaq
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Common Problems: SKODA KODIAQ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Water Pump / Thermostat Housing Leak(Moderate)
The usual MQB cooling-system weak point can cause slow coolant loss long before there is an obvious puddle.
- DSG Low-speed Judder(Moderate)
Urban use and missed servicing can leave DSG Kodiaqs shunting, hesitating or feeling inconsistent at parking speeds.
- DSG (DQ381 / DQ500) Sensor Failure(Serious)
Wet-clutch DSG units in the Kodiaq (DQ381 and the heavy-duty DQ500) can suffer from internal sensor failures (P1735/P1736 or G182/G195), leading to emergency mode.
- NOx Sensor / AdBlue Faults(Moderate)
Diesel emissions hardware can trigger warning lights and restart countdowns on otherwise healthy-feeling cars.
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- Water Pump / Thermostat Housing LeakModerate
The usual MQB cooling-system weak point can cause slow coolant loss long before there is an obvious puddle.
- DSG Low-speed JudderModerate
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- DSG (DQ381 / DQ500) Sensor FailureSerious
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