SKODA OCTAVIA2014 · 2.0L DIESEL

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in July 2025, but this only occurred after a failure on the same day. The failure was caused by a dangerous rear tyre with exposed cords, an obstructed windscreen, and issues with the offside front brake lagging and binding. There is a concerning and worsening trend in the vehicle's condition. While the 2023 test was clean with no defects, the subsequent two years show a pattern of neglect. There are recurring issues with the offside front brake binding and lagging, and a persistent problem with windscreen damage. The tyre history is particularly worrying. The records show a history of mismatched tyre sizes and aspect ratios on the same axle, a distorted front wheel, and repeated inner edge wear on both front and rear tyres. This pattern of wear, combined with the distorted wheel, suggests significant alignment issues or previous impact damage that may not have been fully rectified. The mileage is typical for a twelve-year-old car, meaning general wear on mechanical components is expected. However, the specific defects found in 2024 and 2025 suggest the car has been subject to poor maintenance or hard use rather than just standard age-related wear.