2017 Skoda Octavia 1.4L Petrol · CV67 BCZ

The 2026‑03‑09 MOT at 42,031 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance trend. The vehicle’s mileage pattern shows low annual usage, averaging about 4,670 miles per year since registration in 2017. Mileage rose from 15,308 miles in July 2020 to 42,031 miles by March 2026, a gain of 26,723 miles over roughly 6.5 years, or about 4,113 miles annually. The interval between the 2020‑07‑09 test and the 2021‑04‑16 test covers nine months and adds 3,936 miles, while the 2022‑04‑02 to 2023‑03‑17 period adds 3,656 miles over eleven months, suggesting consistent, light use rather than abrupt mileage spikes. Recurring observations include light misting of oil on both front shock absorbers since the 2020 test, pointing to worn seals that may require replacement, and persistent perishing of rear tyres noted from 2020 onward, indicating delayed tyre renewal. The 2020 failure with a deep cut on the near‑side front tyre and worn edges on other tyres resolved in later tests, implying that tyres were replaced after that incident, but the continued tyre wear observations suggest the owner has not maintained a regular replacement schedule. No structural rust or chassis defects were recorded, but the suspension components merit close inspection. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the front and rear shock absorbers, check for any leakage or corrosion on the suspension bushes and coil springs, verify the age and tread depth of all four tyres, and inspect the brake discs and pads for wear or binding, especially on the rear axle, while also looking for any hidden rust around wheel arches and the chassis.