2013 Skoda Rapid 1.2L Petrol · FR13 AEL

The most recent MOT on 11 June 2025, at 81,141 miles, resulted in a clean pass with no defects, and the prior failure on the same day also recorded no defects, which confirms a stable and well-maintained vehicle. The maintenance trend is clearly improving or at least holding steady, as every annual test from June 2022 to June 2025 passed without a single advisory. There is no evidence of recurring mechanical faults or neglected consumables, which is a strong indicator that the previous owner kept the car in sound running order. The mileage pattern is entirely consistent with typical use, showing steady accumulation of roughly 5,000 miles between each annual test. From 65,465 miles in June 2022, the car climbed to 81,141 miles by June 2025, averaging just over 6,200 miles per year across its 13-year life. That figure sits right at the national average, and the smooth, regular increments between tests suggest the car was driven daily rather than left standing for long periods, which reduces the risk of seized components or perished rubber. Given the clean history, there are no specific recurring faults to focus on, but the car is now over a decade old with over 80,000 miles on the clock. A buyer should physically check the suspension bushes and coil springs for age-related cracking, and inspect the brake discs for lipping or scoring. Look underneath for surface corrosion on the floorpan and suspension mounting points, and confirm the next service is due, as the MOT pass alone does not verify oil changes or fluid condition. On the evidence available, this is a straightforward, honest example with nothing in the record to raise concern.