2018 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · OY18 DLU

This 2018 Skoda Karoq presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with no defects recorded across five consecutive MOT tests. The most recent examination on 10 June 2026 at 26,563 miles passed with zero advisories or failures, indicating the vehicle currently meets all DVSA roadworthiness standards. The absence of any recurring faults or emerging wear items across the full history suggests consistent mechanical care rather than a pattern of neglect or escalating deterioration. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle. Annual accumulation averages roughly 3,320 miles, with increments between tests remaining steady: 1,725 miles between February and June 2026, 1,725 miles between the 2025 and 2026 tests, 1,733 miles between 2024 and 2025, and 1,223 miles between 2023 and 2024. There are no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps in the odometer record, and the 722-mile jump in the most recent four-month interval is proportionate to normal seasonal variation. Such low annual use typically limits wear on consumables, though prolonged periods of standing can introduce its own concerns. Despite the unblemished MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT does not continuously monitor. Low-mileage vehicles that sit idle for extended periods can develop flat-spotted tyres, seized brake calipers, or deteriorated rubber suspension bushes and dust covers that only manifest under real-world load. The underbody and suspension mounting points should be examined for surface corrosion, particularly if the car has been stored on standing ground or used on salted roads infrequently. The exhaust system, including the DPF if diesel-powered, warrants attention since short-trip use can lead to incomplete regeneration cycles and soot accumulation that a brief MOT idle check may not reveal. Tyre age and condition deserve particular scrutiny. Even with ample tread depth, rubber compounds degrade over time regardless of mileage, and original-fit tyres on a 2018 vehicle are now eight years old and approaching or past their recommended service life. A buyer should check the DOT date codes on all four tyres and the spare, along with the condition of brake discs and pads, which can develop uneven surface corrosion from light use. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but it does not substitute for a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic who can assess dynamic behaviour, fluid condition, and long-term storage effects that static testing cannot capture.