2018 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · CV18 OLE

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing wear-related defects. The most recent test in January 2026 at 50,517 miles flagged both nearside and offside front brake discs as being pitted and scored. While this did not result in a failure, it indicates that the braking components are reaching the end of their effective life, marking a departure from the clean record seen in the 2025 test. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between June 2023 at 41,066 miles and January 2026 at 50,517 miles, the car covered over 9,000 miles in thirty months. This slight increase in usage compared to previous years likely contributed to the observed degradation of the front braking hardware. The intervals between tests remain regular, suggesting the vehicle has been used consistently rather than sitting for long periods which could cause internal corrosion. A buyer should inspect the front suspension specifically, as the 2023 test noted light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber at 41,066 miles. While this was not a failure then, misting often precedes a full seal failure and leads to total component replacement. Given the pitting reported on the front brake discs, a physical inspection of the pad thickness and the condition of the caliper pistons is necessary to ensure no uneven wear is causing the surface damage.