Skoda Karoq (2018)
2018 Skoda Karoq
CarHunch analysed 14,052 real MOT records for the 2018 Skoda Karoq. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Skoda Karoq is a genuinely reliable car, passing MOT first time at 90.8%—well above the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects show up in just 16.2% of vehicles over their lifetime, which is manageable for a car of this age, and petrol and diesel versions perform almost identically (91.2% and 90.1% respectively).
At 38,262 miles average for a six-year-old model, these cars have been driven normally and aren't showing signs of premature wear—the 0.52 average failures per vehicle confirms they're solidly built. Before buying one, check the service history carefully since maintenance is where Skodas earn their reputation; if it's been looked after, you're picking up one of the more dependable compact SUVs on the secondhand market.
What to check before buying a 2018 Skoda Karoq
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (66%) | 9,224 | 91.2% | 0.52 |
| Diesel (34%) | 4,828 | 90.1% | 0.52 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Skoda Karoq vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Skoda Karoq vehicles fall between 25,644 and 43,883 miles.
2018 Skoda Karoq — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 13,526 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 Skoda Karoq
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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31.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.1%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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30.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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25.4%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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19.9%
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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19%
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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14.7%
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.
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