2020 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI 1.5L Petrol · DF70 AEN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful pass in February 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test at 57,497 miles initially failed due to the nearside front tyre being below the legal tread limit and the offside front tyre showing uneven wear. While these issues were rectified to achieve a pass, the failure indicates that the previous owner likely neglected basic consumable maintenance until the testing deadline arrived. The mileage pattern is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,583 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of 21,863 miles between the December 2023 test at 27,434 miles and the February 2026 test at 57,497 miles. This suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent degradation of engine seals and rubber components, though it also accelerates the wear on suspension and braking hardware. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly based on the faults recorded in December 2023. The tester flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and light misting on both front shock absorbers. While these did not cause a failure at the time, misting shock absorbers indicate the beginning of seal failure which will eventually lead to leaks. The buyer must also check the front tyres for uneven wear patterns, as the 2026 failure on the offside front tyre suggests an alignment issue or worn steering components that require investigation to prevent premature tyre replacement.