2018 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · GD67 PWN

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows an improving trend in terms of compliance, with the 2024 and 2025 tests recording no defects. The July 2025 test at 178,259 miles passed without advisories, which follows a period of mechanical issues in 2023. This suggests that the faults identified during the July 2023 failure have been addressed. The vehicle has covered approximately 178,259 miles since its first registration, averaging over 22,000 miles per year. This represents high annual mileage for an eight-year-old vehicle. While the MOT records provide a snapshot of compliance, the high mileage suggests increased wear on components such as the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems. The data provided covers a four-year period from 2022 to 2025, showing consistent annual testing. A buyer should focus on the diesel fluid leak first flagged in July 2023. Although the July 2025 test shows no defects, the previous advisories for a non-excessive diesel leak indicate a potential area of concern regarding seals or fuel lines. The July 2023 failure also highlighted deterioration in the nearside and offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers. While these specific parts were flagged as major and minor defects, a physical inspection of the front suspension bushes and linkage components is necessary to ensure no further degradation has occurred. The headlamp aim issue noted in the July 2023 failure appears to have been resolved, but checking the alignment and condition of the headlight units remains a prudent step. Given the high mileage, an inspection of the underside for signs of oil seepage or structural wear is advisable to complement the MOT data. buying_score: 65 risk_level: Medium.