2018 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · OY18 SZX
2018 Skoda Karoq (1.5L, petrol). First registered 23 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 73,268 miles. MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA KAROQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,268 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OY18 SZX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 73,268 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OY18 SZX 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 Karoq (OY18 SZX) between March 2022 and March 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.
OY18 SZX Mileage History
- 01/03/202239,311 mi
- 22/03/202349,555 mi+10,244 mi
- 27/03/202458,466 mi+8,911 mi
- 28/03/202565,582 mi+7,116 mi
- 24/03/202673,268 mi+7,686 mi
Average of roughly 8,359 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Karoq
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: SKODA KAROQ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Water Pump / Thermostat Housing Leak(Moderate)
The standard MQB plastic housing can seep coolant, often before owners notice any puddles.
- DSG (DQ381) Sensor Failure(Serious)
The newer 7-speed wet-clutch DSG (DQ381) can suffer from faulty clutch position sensors (P1735/P1736), which often require a mechatronic rebuild.
- DSG (DQ200) Accumulator Housing Crack(Serious)
On smaller engines with the 7-speed dry-clutch (DQ200), the hydraulic accumulator housing can crack, causing a complete loss of pressure.
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- Water Pump / Thermostat Housing LeakModerate
The standard MQB plastic housing can seep coolant, often before owners notice any puddles.
- DSG (DQ381) Sensor FailureSerious
The newer 7-speed wet-clutch DSG (DQ381) can suffer from faulty clutch position sensors (P1735/P1736), which often require a mechatronic rebuild.
- DSG (DQ200) Accumulator Housing CrackSerious
On smaller engines with the 7-speed dry-clutch (DQ200), the hydraulic accumulator housing can crack, causing a complete loss of pressure.
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