2019 Skoda Octavia 1.5L Petrol · FG69 RZD

The 2019 Skoda Octavia presents a stable maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent test on 12 November 2025 at 43,466 miles. The record shows an anomaly on that exact same date and mileage: a failed test with zero defects recorded. This typically indicates an aborted test or an inability to complete the inspection, perhaps due to insufficient fuel or a procedural issue rather than a mechanical failure. The preceding tests in 2022, 2023, and 2024 all passed cleanly with no defects, demonstrating a consistent pattern of roadworthiness over the vehicle's recent life. The vehicle has covered roughly 9,175 miles between November 2022 and November 2025, averaging approximately 3,058 miles per year over that three-year window. This represents a drop from the earlier annual average of around 6,209 miles calculated over its full seven-year lifespan. The mileage accumulation has slowed significantly in recent years, with only 2,617 miles added between the November 2024 test at 40,849 miles and the November 2025 test at 43,466 miles. Such low annual usage suggests extended periods of standing, which can lead to deterioration of rubber components like suspension bushes and tyres through perishing or flat-spotting. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on the effects of low mileage and prolonged stationary periods. Examine the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the rubber may have perished despite retaining legal tread depth. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion, a common issue on vehicles that sit idle, which can cause binding or judder under heavy braking. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and verify the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly if the car is used only for short journeys that prevent the system from reaching optimal operating temperature to burn off moisture.