2013 Skoda Octavia 1.4L Petrol · AP02 LOV

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a clean pass in October 2024 at 136,987 miles. This result indicates that whatever mechanical issues previously caused failures in 2023 were successfully rectified. While the 2023 history shows a period of non-compliance, the lack of any advisories in the two most recent tests suggests the current owner is proactive in addressing necessary repairs to ensure the car meets minimum safety standards. The recorded mileage of 136,987 miles over 13 years represents an average of approximately 10,537 miles per annum, which aligns closely with typical UK averages for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 5,246 miles covered between September 2022 and August 2023, and another 6,463 miles driven between August 2023 and October 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which often leads to accelerated seal degradation and brake corrosion. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific components that caused the dual failures in August 2023, as the record does not specify the exact nature of those defects. Given the mileage and age, it is vital to inspect the integrity of the front suspension control arm bushes and coil springs, which are common points of wear on the Octavia platform. Although the most recent tests were clean, a thorough check for emerging surface rust on the sills and subframe points is necessary to ensure structural integrity remains sound for the coming years.