2020 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · FV20 YRJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the April 2026 test at 85,631 miles. While the most recent inspection recorded no defects, the history shows a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive servicing. The vehicle transitioned from a significant failure in August 2024 to a clean pass in 2025, suggesting that necessary repairs to the braking system and tyres were completed. The mileage accumulation indicates heavy usage for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,272 miles per year. Between the July 2023 test at 43,666 miles and the May 2025 test at 67,169 miles, the car covered over 23,000 miles in less than two years. This high-frequency usage explains the accelerated wear on consumable components. The rapid increase from 67,169 miles in May 2025 to 85,631 miles in April 2026 shows the vehicle remains in regular, heavy rotation. A buyer should focus physical inspection on the braking system and suspension components. The MOT record shows recurring issues with brake discs and pads, specifically noting pitted or scored discs and thinning pads in both the 2023 and 2024 tests. The August 2024 failure also identified a binding offside rear brake, which indicates potential caliper issues or seized components. Given the high mileage, checking the remaining life of the brake discs and the condition of the pads is essential. The 2023 test also flagged light oil misting from the nearside front shock absorber. Although this did not result in a failure, high-mileage vehicles often develop more significant leaks or bushing wear in the suspension assembly. A thorough inspection of the dampers and the integrity of the suspension bushes is recommended to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the last recorded advisory.