SKODA RAPID2015 · 1.4L Petrol

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a perfectly stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 15 July 2025 at 26,510 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This consistent clean clean sheet across multiple annual inspections suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and has not suffered from recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,410 miles per year. Between August 2021 and August 2024, the car covered only 2,006 miles, indicating long periods of stationary or very limited use. A significant increase in usage occurred between August 2024 and July 2025, where the vehicle clocked 10,296 miles in under eleven months. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension, infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluids. Given the lack of recorded faults in the history, a buyer should focus inspection on components affected by low-mileage sitting. Inspect the tyres for flat spotting, sidewall cracking, and perished rubber, as tread depth may be sufficient despite age. The brake discs should be checked for surface corrosion or pitting caused by lack of use, and the calipers should be tested to ensure they have not seized. Additionally, the suspension bushes and split boots should be inspected for cracking, as these materials age over time regardless of the few miles driven.