2021 Skoda Kodiaq 1.5L Petrol · AV71 VYY

Based on the MOT history, this 2021 Skoda Kodiaq presents a clear worsening trend regarding consumable wear. While the annual mileage of roughly 7,900 miles is typical for a five-year-old vehicle, the condition has shifted significantly in the last year. The 2024 test was completely clean, yet the 2025 test recorded multiple advisories that require immediate financial attention. The primary risk pattern involves the braking system and tyres. Both front and rear brake pads were noted as wearing thin, and the front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and specifically worn on the edges. Edge wear on tyres often points to wheel alignment issues or under-inflation, rather than just standard mileage wear. The fact that these items appeared after roughly 9,500 miles of driving suggests the previous owner may have deferred these repairs. Since the mileage is average, you should not expect unusual drivetrain wear, but the sudden onset of tyre and brake advisories indicates the car is due for a service. The child seats fitted during the last test prevented a full seatbelt inspection, so you must verify the rear belts manually. When inspecting this vehicle, prioritise checking the tyre tread depth and looking for uneven feathering on the edges.