2020 Skoda Kodiaq 1.5L Petrol · BV70 XFO

The Skoda Kodiaq presents a generally sound mechanical picture, with a stable maintenance trend culminating in a clean pass on 23 October 2025 at 42,288 miles. The most recent test recorded only a minor advisory concerning the nearside front tyre, which was worn close to the legal limit and perished on its edge. This is a straightforward consumable issue rather than an indicator of underlying mechanical neglect. The vehicle has not failed an MOT, and the trajectory from the 2024 test, where multiple brake-related advisories were flagged, to the 2025 pass suggests the previous owner addressed those items promptly. The maintenance pattern is therefore stable and improving. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical use for a six-year-old vehicle. Between the September 2023 test at 21,002 miles and the October 2024 test at 30,351 miles, the car covered 9,349 miles in roughly twelve months. The following year saw a further 11,937 miles added by October 2025, indicating a slight uptick in annual usage. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in recorded mileage that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged periods of inactivity. The annual average of approximately 7,048 miles sits comfortably within the normal range for a family SUV of this age. The 2024 test flagged front and rear brake pads wearing thin alongside rear brake discs that were worn, pitted, or scored. While these advisories did not constitute a failure, they point to a vehicle that has seen sustained use without a documented brake overhaul prior to that inspection. A buyer should physically inspect the current condition of the rear brake discs and pads to confirm whether they were replaced after the October 2024 advisory or whether residual wear remains. The perished nearside front tyre noted in 2025 also warrants a close look at the remaining tyres for uneven wear patterns, which could hint at tracking issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the Kodiaq's size and typical family use, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and the exhaust system, remains prudent despite the clean MOT record.