2021 Skoda Octavia SE L First ED TDI S-A 2.0L Diesel · KR21 SDZ

The vehicle presents a clean bill of health following its most recent MOT on 8 January 2026 at 20,542 miles, where the tester recorded zero defects or advisories. The overall maintenance trend is stable and improving. A tyre-related failure recorded exactly one year prior has been fully rectified, and the subsequent five-month gap leading into the current June 2026 date shows the car sitting on a valid, unblemished certificate. No recurring structural, mechanical, or braking faults appear on the record. At roughly 4,108 miles per year, the mileage is notably low for a 2021-registered vehicle. The 5,866-mile jump between the January 2025 test and the January 2026 test indicates a period of more consistent use following what appears to be very light initial ownership or potential long-term standing. Low annual mileage can preserve drivetrain components and reduce brake wear, but it also raises the risk of moisture ingress in the exhaust system and diesel particulate filter regeneration issues if the car is only used for short, low-temperature journeys. The only defect on record occurred on 8 January 2025, when both front tyres failed with exposed ply or cords on their inner edges. This specific failure pattern, affecting both inner edges simultaneously, typically points to a wheel alignment issue, specifically excessive negative camber, rather than simple neglect. The fact that the car passed cleanly five days later on 13 January 2025 suggests the tyres were replaced and the alignment fault was addressed. A prospective buyer should still physically inspect the inner sidewalls of all four tyres for uneven wear and request a four-wheel alignment check to confirm the geometry remains within specification. Beyond the tyres, the record is entirely clear of suspension, braking, or structural corrosion advisories. Given the low mileage and clean recent pass, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on verifying the condition of the rear brake discs and calipers, which can corrode from standing, and checking the underside for any surface rust on suspension components or exhaust mounting points that can develop on lightly used vehicles.