2017 Skoda Octavia SE TDI 1.6L Heavy oil · XIA 111

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test on 30 October 2025 at 78,758 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend over the last five years, suggesting the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids the mechanical or structural failures typically flagged during DVSA inspections. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old diesel, averaging approximately 8,750 miles per annum. Between the 2021 test at 40,860 miles and the 2025 test at 78,758 miles, the car covered nearly 38,000 miles at a steady rate. This level of usage is ideal for a diesel engine, as it prevents the carbon buildup often seen in diesel particulate filters associated with very short-distance city driving. The intervals between tests, generally falling in October or November except for a slight shift in 2021 and 2022, show a proactive approach to annual safety compliance. Because the MOT record shows no recurring faults or warnings, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable wear that the test does not fully cover. A buyer should check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these components age over time regardless of a lack of immediate failure. Given the mileage, verifying the state of the brake pads and discs and the depth of the tyres is necessary to ensure the current condition matches the clean history provided in the official records.