2017 Skoda Rapid 1.2L Petrol · DG17 VRP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 16 July 2025 at 92,297 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving trend in maintenance following a failure in April 2024. While the car previously showed issues with suspension components, the clean sheet from the latest test suggests that the identified mechanical faults were addressed and the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards. The recorded mileage of 92,297 miles over nine years averages to approximately 10,255 miles per annum, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a family saloon of this age. The data shows consistent usage between tests, with roughly 11,350 miles covered between April 2024 and July 2025, and over 13,000 miles in the preceding year. This regular operation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation which often degrades seals and braking components. A physical inspection should focus specifically on the front suspension assembly, as both front shock absorbers have been flagged for oil misting as far as 2023 at 68,619 miles. Although the 2024 failure regarding an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm bush was rectified, a buyer should verify there is no remaining play in the bushes or fresh leaking from the dampers. The history of uneven tyre wear noted in 2022 and 2023 also hints at potential alignment issues or worn suspension geometry, which should be checked against the current tyre condition to ensure even wear.