2021 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI 1.5L Petrol · BP21 LLX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance record shows a worsening trend regarding rubber-related components. While the most recent test on June 3 2026 at 38,457 miles passed, it highlighted recurring defects that were absent in previous years. The persistence of worn suspension arm bushes on both front sides has appeared across the last two annual inspections, indicating that these components are now nearing their functional limit despite the relatively low mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use commuter vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. The interval between the June 2024 test at 23,572 miles and the June 2025 test at 34,065 miles shows steady usage of over 10,000 miles. However, the appearance of tyre perishing and cracking suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods or been exposed to environmental conditions, causing the rubber to degrade rather than wear down from tread use. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension for any visible play in the control arm bushes, as the tester flagged these as worn in both 2025 and 2026. The recurring advisory for cracked or perished tyres on both rear axles indicates that immediate replacement is likely necessary to prevent structural failure of the sidewalls. Given that the 2024 record was clean, the recent shift to multiple advisories suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where more preventative maintenance of rubber and bushing components is required.