2014 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · DG14 AEP

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition, demonstrating a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in March 2026 at 117,017 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a period of clean passes dating back to early 2024. The lack of recurring advisories suggests that the previous owners have been proactive in addressing wear-and-tear items before they escalated into MOT failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per year. Data shows a steady accumulation of distance, with 11,769 miles covered between the January 2024 and March 2025 tests, and another 13,792 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This regular use indicates the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which often benefits the condition of seals and mechanical components, though the high total mileage places standard demands on age-related rubber parts. While the MOT history is remarkably clean, a physical inspection should focus on components prone to fatigue on an Octavia at this mileage. Given the absence of recorded advisories, the tester found no worn suspension arm bushes or coil springs, which are common points of failure on these models. The buyer should also inspect the brake discs for thinning or uneven wear, as the MOT only tests for functional efficiency rather than overall component health. Checking the chassis for surface rust along the sills is also advisable to ensure no hidden structural corrosion has developed since the last inspection.