2020 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · FD69 OSO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in the January 2026 test at 63,730 miles, though the maintenance trend shows some inconsistency regarding tyre management. A failure just days prior to this successful test at 63,576 miles revealed a structural failure in the offside front tyre. While this issue was rectified immediately to secure a pass, it indicates that the owner waited until a critical failure point rather than performing preventative replacement. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. Between the January 2023 test at 30,323 miles and the January 2025 test at 52,376 miles, the car covered over 22,000 miles, suggesting steady long-distance use. There are no significant gaps in the testing history to suggest the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods, which generally helps prevent the premature degradation of rubber components like brake hoses and suspension bushings. A buyer should prioritize an inspection of the rear suspension geometry due to recurring advisories. The 2024 and 2025 tests both flagged the nearside rear tyre as being worn on the inner edge. This specific pattern typically points to an alignment issue, a worn control arm bushing, or incorrect camber. Checking for uneven wear across the remaining tyres is essential to ensure the vehicle is not prematurely consuming expensive sets of rubber. The recent structural failure of the offside front tyre in 2026 suggests the vehicle may have encountered a significant pothole impact, which provides further reason to inspect for wheel damage or steering pull.