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2020 Skoda Scala 1.6L Diesel · SP20 VBZ

SP20 VBZ

2020 Skoda Scala (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2020. Recorded mileage 38,767 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
SKODA SCALA
Year / Origin
2020 · Dundee
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
38,767 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2020
Engine
1598cc
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SP20 VBZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
  • 38,767 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

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SP20 VBZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 09:10
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Skoda Scala (SP20 VBZ) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))”.

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SP20 VBZ Mileage History

  1. 06/03/202317,958 mi
  2. 04/03/202422,509 mi+4,551 mi
  3. 04/03/202422,512 mi+3 mi
  4. 25/02/202528,460 mi+5,948 mi
  5. 03/03/202638,767 mi+10,307 mi

Average of roughly 6,954 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG

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2020 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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