2018 Skoda Karoq 2.0L Diesel · BD18 OTL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing regarding brakes. The most recent test on 15 May 2026 at 89,852 miles identified thin rear brake pads and pitted, scored front inner brake discs. This follows a pattern seen in the 2025 test at 85,694 miles, where the offside front disc was also flagged for wear. While the car continues to pass, the recurring nature of brakerelated suggests the owner only addresses components once they approach failure limits. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,232 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 76,676 miles in May 2023 to nearly 90,000 miles by May 2026. This regularity suggests the vehicle is used consistently, which avoids long periods of standing that lead to seal degradation or corrosion. However, the interval of roughly 4,000 miles between recent tests coincides with the accelerated wear observed on the braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the calipers are not binding and that the discs have sufficient thickness remaining. The history of pitting and scoring across multiple tests suggests either exposure to moisture or the use of low-quality replacement parts. Additionally, the 2024 failure for a perishing nearside tyre indicates that rubber components may be reaching their age limit, necessitating a check for sidewall cracking on all tyres. The damaged offside rear seat belt buckle from 2023 should also be verified to ensure the locking mechanism functions correctly.