2020 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI S-A 1.0L Petrol · AJ05 RAF

The Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI S-A presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 20 August 2025 at 37,561 miles, resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged a minor advisory for a slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing nearside rear tyre. This is a low-severity consumable issue, not a structural or mechanical defect. The maintenance trend is stable; the vehicle has passed all three recorded MOTs on its first presentation, with no dangerous or major failures, indicating a baseline of acceptable ongoing care. The mileage accumulation is consistent and predictable. Between the 2023 test at 27,005 miles and the 2024 test at 32,708 miles, the vehicle covered 5,703 miles. Between the 2024 test and the 2025 test at 37,561 miles, it covered 4,853 miles. This annualised rate of roughly 5,000 to 6,000 miles is typical for a vehicle of this age and suggests regular, steady use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity or exceptionally high wear. The MOT record is clean and sequential, with no gaps in testing history. The recurring theme across the advisory notices is tyre condition. In the August 2024 test at 32,708 miles, the nearside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, suggesting possible suspension geometry issues or simply uneven wear patterns. The August 2025 test at 37,561 miles flagged the nearside rear tyre for damage and perishing. While these are consumable items, the pattern of nearside tyre wear across two consecutive years warrants a closer physical inspection. A buyer should examine all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, particularly on the inner edges, which could indicate tracking or suspension bush wear. The nearside bias in wear may also reflect typical road camber effects, but it should be verified. Beyond tyres, the absence of advisories on brakes, suspension, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion across three MOTs is a positive indicator for a six-year-old vehicle. A prospective buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the underside for corrosion, check suspension components including drop links and bushes for play, and verify brake disc and pad condition. The automatic transmission should be tested for smooth operation across all gears. Overall, the record suggests a mechanically sound vehicle with no systemic faults, though the tyre wear pattern deserves attention before purchase.