2023 Skoda Karoq SE Drive TSI S-A 1.5L Petrol · EU23 ATX

The most recent DVSA MOT on 8 May 2026 was a pass, with no failures recorded. The only items noted were an advisory concerning the nearside rear child‑seat obscuring the adult belt and light misting of oil on both nearside and offside front shock absorbers. As there are no historic failures or recurring faults in the available record, the vehicle’s maintenance trend appears stable, with the current advisories representing routine wear rather than a deterioration in condition. With a recorded 21,861 miles on the odometer and a three‑year age, the car averages roughly 7,300 miles per annum. This figure sits comfortably within the typical UK usage pattern for a family SUV and does not suggest any periods of intensive short‑term mileage accumulation. There are no obvious gaps in the log that would indicate prolonged storage, so the wear on consumables such as tyres, brake pads and fluids should be consistent with its calendar age rather than accelerated by high mileage. The light oil mist observed on the front shock absorbers is an advisory rather than a failure, but it warrants close visual inspection and a dynamic check on the road. Look for any signs of oil on the shock bodies or surrounding suspension components, and listen for clunking, excessive bounce or uneven damping when traversing bumps. A slight oil film can be a precursor to seal wear; if the oil persists or the shocks feel soft, a replacement may be advisable within the next service interval. The child‑seat advisory simply means the belt cannot be fully examined while the seat is fitted; request that the seat be removed for a complete belt inspection to confirm proper anchorage and wear. Ensure the seat itself is securely mounted and that the belt retractors operate smoothly. Given the vehicle’s three‑year age, the buyer should also carry out age‑related checks irrespective of mileage. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or uneven wear that could indicate mis‑alignment or ageing compounds, and verify that the tread depth meets legal limits. Test the 12‑volt battery voltage and check for any corrosion on terminals, as batteries can lose capacity after a few years even with moderate use. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust, scoring or glazing, and verify that the calipers move freely without binding. Finally, confirm that the service book shows timely oil, filter and coolant changes, and that any time‑based fluids such as brake fluid and gearbox oil have been refreshed according to the manufacturer’s schedule, as these degrade with age even when the car is not heavily driven.