2022 Skoda Octavia SE Technology TDI 2.0L Diesel · DG71 EKL

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate following a pass on 4 February 2025 at 65,384 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a pattern of deferred consumable upkeep. While no dangerous or major structural failures were recorded, the tester issued three separate advisories for tyre wear, indicating the previous owner allowed the rubber to degrade to the legal limit rather than replacing it proactively. This is a minor concern in isolation, but it suggests routine servicing may have been reactive rather than preventative. The mileage context is notable. A 2022-registered Octavia with 65,384 miles on the clock has covered roughly 16,346 miles per year, which sits well above the UK average of 10,000 to 12,000. The MOT record itself is sparse, with only a single test entry logged for the entire life of the vehicle. The most recent test, conducted in February 2025, is now over sixteen months old relative to today's date of 16 June 2026. This raises the question of how many additional miles have been covered since that last inspection, as the vehicle has likely accumulated several thousand more miles without an independent roadworthiness check. A buyer should treat the three tyre advisories as a prompt to inspect the entire tyre set in person. Check the remaining tread depth across all four wheels, paying close attention to the nearside and offside fronts and the offside rear, which were all flagged as worn on the edge. Uneven wear on the inner or outer edges typically points to tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes, so have the front-end geometry and suspension components inspected. Given the high annual mileage, also examine the condition of the brake discs and pads, as sustained motorway use accelerates wear. The diesel powertrain demands scrutiny of the exhaust emissions system and DPF health, particularly if the vehicle has mixed urban and long-distance use. Finally, inspect the underside for corrosion on the subframe, suspension mounting points, and exhaust system, as high-mileage vehicles exposed to road salt can develop surface rust that compromises structural integrity over time.