Skoda check guide

Skoda VIN check: Octavia, Superb, Kodiaq and Fabia history.

Check the history of a Skoda model and discover the available information about damage, mileage, service and factory equipment.

Enter VIN number (17 characters)
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What you can learn from a Skoda VIN

Model and engine

Identify the model, year of manufacture, engine and original characteristics of the car.

Factory equipment

Check the original equipment and compare it with what the seller presents.

Available history

Discover the recorded information about damage, mileage, service and previous use.

Where do you find the VIN on a Skoda?

Windscreen

At the base of the windscreen, on the driver's side, visible from outside.

Door pillar

On the manufacturer's label placed on the door frame or the central pillar.

Engine bay

The position differs depending on the model and year of manufacture.

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What is worth checking on a used Skoda

Previous fleet use

The Octavia and Superb are often used by companies. Check the available information about commercial use and mileage progression.

DSG automatic transmission

Watch for vibrations, delays or abrupt shifts and check the repair and maintenance history.

Oil consumption on certain TSI engines

For some 1.8 and 2.0 TSI engines, check the oil level, the service history and any work carried out on the engine.

What to check before buying a used Skoda

Before buying, check the damage history, mileage progression, service entries, factory configuration and any commercial use. Complete the Certcar report with a physical inspection and a test drive.

What we check for a used Skoda

Damage and photos

See the damage events and earlier images available for the car.

Mileage and service

Follow the mileage readings and service interventions identified in the vehicle history.

Configuration and equipment

Compare the engine and factory equipment with the information presented in the listing.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find out whether a Skoda was used as a fleet car?

The report can show information about commercial use when it is available for the VIN checked.

Can the report show DSG gearbox problems?

The report can include interventions and service records, but it does not diagnose the current mechanical condition of the transmission.

Can I check an imported Skoda?

Yes. The report can include information from Romania and from other countries where the car was registered or used.

Buying a used Skoda?
Check the car's history before you decide.
Check Skoda history