2018 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · AV18 XRL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in June 2026 at 44,914 miles passed with only a minor advisory for light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. This represents a marked improvement following a significant failure in June 2025, where the car was grounded for critical safety defects including worn rear brake pads and dangerously damaged tyres with exposed cords. At eight years old, the recorded mileage of 44,914 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage profile explains the recurring issues with rubber components rather than mechanical wear. Between May 2022 (22,114 miles) and June 2024 (33,128 miles), the car covered only 11,000 miles, yet the consistent flagging of cracking and perishing tyres across multiple tests suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods, leading to dry rot and degradation despite sufficient tread depth. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside front shock absorber to determine if the misting has progressed to a seal failure requiring replacement. Given the history of perished tyres and thin pads, a thorough check of the current tyre sidewalls and age is essential to ensure no new-related cracking has occurred. The 2025 failure on rear brake pads indicates that the previous owner neglected basic consumables until a test failure, so the current braking system should be verified for even wear beyond the 2026 pass.