2018 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · KU18 GKC
2018 Skoda Kodiaq (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 49,667 miles. MOT expired on 04 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- SKODA KODIAQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,667 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
KU18 GKC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2025
- 49,667 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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
KU18 GKC Mileage History
- 22/03/202224,529 mi
- 02/05/202332,577 mi+8,048 mi
- 03/06/202442,360 mi+9,783 mi
- 05/06/202442,360 mi
- 04/06/202549,667 mi+7,307 mi
Average of roughly 7,849 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KU18 GKC 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 (KU18 GKC) between March 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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
Urban use and missed servicing can leave DSG Kodiaqs shunting, hesitating or feeling inconsistent at parking speeds.
- DSG (DQ381 / DQ500) Sensor FailureSerious
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