2007 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Petrol · EX57 FZB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative care. The most recent test in February 2026 at 139,569 miles showed an initial failure due to a bald offside rear tyre and a failed nearside stop lamp. While these were rectified immediately, the recurring nature of suspension and brake defects suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure rather than monitoring the vehicle between tests. At 139,569 miles, this nineteen-year-old Octavia averages approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage intervals, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between November 2023 and early 2025 tests, and another 5,000 miles between February 2025 and February 2026. This steady mileage suggests the car is driven regularly, though the age means rubber components and metalwork are subject to significant environmental degradation. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the undercarriage and suspension assembly. The MOT record repeatedly flags worn suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkage dust covers dating back to 2023, indicating the rubber components are reaching the end of life. The sub-frame corrosion noted in February 2025 is a particular concern; while not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on structural components tends to accelerate and requires constant monitoring for deep scaling or loss of metal. The braking system also requires attention, as the record shows a history of pitted and scored brake discs across 2023 and 2025. The presence of an oil leak noted in 2023 should be re-evaluated to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak. Given the recent failure for inner-edge tyre wear on the offside rear, the buyer should also verify the wheel alignment, as uneven tyre wear often points to underlying geometry issues or worn suspension components.