2018 Skoda Karoq 1.6L Diesel · RU12 SAR
2018 Skoda Karoq (1.6L, diesel). First registered 12 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 52,249 miles. MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA KAROQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RU12 SAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 52,249 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.
RU12 SAR 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 (RU12 SAR) 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.
RU12 SAR Mileage History
- 24/03/202211,824 mi
- 22/03/202320,812 mi+8,988 mi
- 16/03/202433,114 mi+12,302 mi
- 24/03/202541,663 mi+8,549 mi
- 13/03/202652,249 mi+10,586 mi
Average of roughly 10,184 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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