2015 Skoda Rapid 1.2L Petrol · WR65 TKT
2015 Skoda Rapid (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 2015. Recorded mileage 94,984 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA RAPID
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,984 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR65 TKT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 94,984 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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WR65 TKT MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Skoda Rapid (WR65 TKT) between September 2022 and July 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.
WR65 TKT Mileage History
- 30/09/202262,607 mi
- 13/07/202372,495 mi+9,888 mi
- 12/07/202481,009 mi+8,514 mi
- 11/07/202588,341 mi+7,332 mi
- 24/07/202694,984 mi+6,643 mi
Average of roughly 8,489 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Rapid
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
This 2015 Skoda Rapid presents a very st
When inspecting this Skoda Rapid, verify that the paperwork supports the odometer reading of 94,984 miles and look for corresponding service stamps in the logbook, as MOT certificates alone do not confirm mechanical servicing. Check all cabin electronics, air conditioning, and window regulators to ensure functionality matches the vehicle's clean test record. Negotiate based on the approaching milestone of 100,000 miles and factor in any impending routine consumable replacements such as tyres or brakes.
The 1.1-litre petrol engine (1197cc) offers sensible everyday fuel economy for commuting and town driving, sitting in a moderate insurance group typical of practical hatchbacks. Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) will align with standard petrol vehicle taxation brackets for a 2015 registration. Maintenance costs for the Skoda Rapid are generally accessible due to shared Volkswagen Group components, keeping typical servicing and part replacements straightforward.
Although the MOT history from 2022 to 2026 shows zero defects or advisories, a physical inspection is still essential. Inspect the condition of the brake pads, discs, and tyres, as these are consumable items not always captured by a pass certificate without advisories. Check the 1197cc petrol engine bay for any fluid leaks, listen for smooth cold-start behavior, and inspect the red exterior paintwork for stone chips, car park dings, or corrosion around wheel arches and sills.
First registered in October 2015, this red Skoda Rapid features a 1197cc petrol engine and has recorded 94,984 miles by its July 2026 test. The vehicle's MOT history is notably clean, showing five consecutive pass certificates from September 2022 through to July 2026 without a single advisory or failure recorded during these tests. This steady progression of mileage — averaging around 8,000 to 9,000 miles annually — indicates regular use without excessive high-mileage strain.
No specific aggregate reliability data is available for the Skoda Rapid, though its VW Group underpinnings generally share common mechanical traits with other models of its era.
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Common Problems: SKODA RAPID
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- DSG (DQ200) dry-clutch judder and mechatronic wear(Serious)
Automatic Rapids use the seven-speed DQ200 dry-clutch DSG, whose clutch pack wears like a clutch and whose mechatronic unit fails hydraulically. Fault File logs owner judder and slipping reports, including a full clutch and flywheel failure at only 6,000 miles, and points out that Skoda extended the gearbox warranty to five years/150,000km in 2013 and belatedly imposed a 40,000-mile mineral oil change in 2017 - proof the early 'lifetime fill' boxes struggled. DSG specialists Eco Torque attribute harsh or wrong shifts and loss of drive to mechatronic hydraulic leaks and TCU failures in the same 0AM unit. Out-of-warranty repairs run into four figures.
- EGR and DPF failures after the dieselgate emissions fix(Moderate)
EA189 1.6 TDI Rapids took the mandatory NOx software fix, and the aftermath has been well documented. Fault File reports owners suffering EGR valve, injector and aftertreatment failures after the retrofit, with Skoda goodwill letters considering claims within 24 months of the fix on cars under 160,000 miles. Hypermiler, which tracked UK Skoda and VW owners' claims, found the same pattern - EGR, DPF, injector and pump failures - continuing after the 24-month 'trust building measure' window expired, leaving out-of-window owners with repair bills. Buy the fix history with the car, or choose a petrol.
- Harsh ride, premature suspension wear and brake disc issues(Moderate)
Rapid ride quality has been a running complaint since launch - Auto Express called the body style jittery over rough roads in its used review, and low-grade trims feel unsettled on broken UK tarmac - and the hardware backs the grumble. Fault File's MOT analysis shows suspension as the standout fail category for the class, while Get Car Wise tracks suspension joints detaching, damper failure and bushes wearing at multiples of the fleet average, peaking at 40-60k miles on 1.6 diesels, plus unusually early brake disc wear on those same cars.
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- DSG (DQ200) dry-clutch judder and mechatronic wearSerious
Automatic Rapids use the seven-speed DQ200 dry-clutch DSG, whose clutch pack wears like a clutch and whose mechatronic unit fails hydraulically. Fault File logs owner judder and slipping reports, including a full clutch and flywheel failure at only 6,000 miles, and points out that Skoda extended the gearbox warranty to five years/150,000km in 2013 and belatedly imposed a 40,000-mile mineral oil change in 2017 - proof the early 'lifetime fill' boxes struggled. DSG specialists Eco Torque attribute harsh or wrong shifts and loss of drive to mechatronic hydraulic leaks and TCU failures in the same 0AM unit. Out-of-warranty repairs run into four figures.
- EGR and DPF failures after the dieselgate emissions fixModerate
EA189 1.6 TDI Rapids took the mandatory NOx software fix, and the aftermath has been well documented. Fault File reports owners suffering EGR valve, injector and aftertreatment failures after the retrofit, with Skoda goodwill letters considering claims within 24 months of the fix on cars under 160,000 miles. Hypermiler, which tracked UK Skoda and VW owners' claims, found the same pattern - EGR, DPF, injector and pump failures - continuing after the 24-month 'trust building measure' window expired, leaving out-of-window owners with repair bills. Buy the fix history with the car, or choose a petrol.
- Harsh ride, premature suspension wear and brake disc issuesModerate
Rapid ride quality has been a running complaint since launch - Auto Express called the body style jittery over rough roads in its used review, and low-grade trims feel unsettled on broken UK tarmac - and the hardware backs the grumble. Fault File's MOT analysis shows suspension as the standout fail category for the class, while Get Car Wise tracks suspension joints detaching, damper failure and bushes wearing at multiples of the fleet average, peaking at 40-60k miles on 1.6 diesels, plus unusually early brake disc wear on those same cars.
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