2022 Skoda Octavia SE Tech TSI IV S-A 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · AJ71 FHH

The Skoda Octavia presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 16 January 2026 at 76,752 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, following an earlier clean pass on 7 February 2025 at 57,371 miles. Two consecutive tests with zero advisories or failures indicate the vehicle has not shown worsening mechanical condition across the recorded interval. Mileage accumulation sits high for a 2022 model. The car covered 19,381 miles between February 2025 and January 2026, averaging close to 19,200 miles per year overall from new. Such usage implies frequent motorway or commuter miles rather than short urban trips, which generally favours engine and DPF health but accelerates wear on tyres, brake discs, and suspension bushes. The record shows only two tests across four years, leaving a sparse trail with no intermediate data to confirm condition between those dates. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the clean MOT history. The absence of advisories does not rule out early corrosion on structural members, worn coil springs, or developing play in suspension joints that a tester may not have flagged under current thresholds. Given the high annual mileage, examine brake caliper operation for binding, check front and rear disc thickness, and verify tyre tread depth across all four corners. The DVSA data alone shows no recurring faults or serious mechanical risks. Previous keepers appear to have maintained the vehicle to a standard that satisfied annual statutory testing. Treat the missing test years as the main gap in assurance and rely on a independent pre-purchase inspection to confirm underlying condition.