2022 Skoda Kodiaq 1.5L Petrol · FN22 OPE

This 2022 Skoda Kodiaq presents a broadly positive roadworthiness profile, anchored by a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 13 May 2025 with no advisories or defects recorded. The only blemish in its testing history is a four-day gap between a failed test on 9 May 2025 and the subsequent pass on 13 May 2025, where both entries show no defects recorded by the tester. This pattern strongly suggests a retest following a straightforward rectification, likely an item that could be adjusted or replaced on the day, such as a lighting check, a tyre borderline, or a wiper blade issue, rather than any deeper structural or mechanical concern. Across the documented MOT cycle, there is no accumulation of recurring advisories pointing to chronic wear in the suspension, braking, or underbody corrosion categories, which is reassuring for an SUV now into its fourth year of service. The overall trajectory is therefore one of stable, improving roadworthiness rather than deterioration. With 44,790 miles recorded against a four-year age, the Kodiaq has been driven at approximately 11,200 miles per year, a rate that sits squarely within the typical range for a family SUV of this class and segment. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline and no evidence of extended standing periods or sudden mileage spikes that might indicate inconsistent use or clock irregularities. At this rate of accumulation, mechanical wear will be concentrated in the normal consumable zones rather than the major drivetrain or structural components, and the relatively modest annual mileage means the 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine, DSG transmission, and four-wheel-drive system should not yet have been subjected to the kind of high-stress, high-cycle loading that accelerates internal wear. Tyres, brake pads and discs remain the components most likely to be approaching replacement thresholds on a vehicle of this age and mileage. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there is no specific component flagged for immediate scrutiny, but a careful test drive and physical inspection remain essential given that MOT tests are point-in-time snapshots and do not predict imminent failures. Pay close attention to the front MacPherson strut suspension common to the MQB-platform Kodiaq, listening for any clonks or knocks from the lower wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar drop links, and top mounts over uneven surfaces, as these are known wear items on higher-mileage examples. During a brisk test drive, check for any pulling under braking, which could suggest unevenly worn front discs or a binding caliper, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal that might indicate disc lipping. The DSG transmission should shift smoothly through all gears with no flare, hesitation, or clutch judder from a standstill in first or reverse, and any warning lights on the instrument cluster particularly relating to the emissions system or four-wheel-drive functionality should be investigated via a full diagnostic scan before purchase. Underneath the vehicle, a thorough visual inspection with the car raised on a ramp is advisable to check for any early signs of corrosion on the rear suspension trailing arms, subframe mounting points, and brake pipe runs, as the Kodiaq has occasionally shown surface rust in these areas in colder operating conditions. Inspect the engine bay for any signs of oil misting around the cam chain cover and turbocharger oil return pipe, both common seepage points on the EA888 engine family, and verify that the coolant and oil levels are correct and free from contamination. Examine all four tyres for even wear across the tread, as uneven inner or outer edge wear would point to suspension geometry issues or misalignment. Finally, confirm that all electronic systems including the infotainment screen, reversing camera, parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, and LED matrix headlights are functioning correctly, as repairs to these on a Kodiaq can be disproportionately expensive outside of manufacturer warranty cover.