2022 Skoda Octavia SE TSI 1.5L Petrol · FV22 YLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 1 July 2026 recorded 32 401 miles and returned a straight pass with no defects, confirming that the car meets current safety and emissions standards. The preceding test on 21 July 2025 also passed at 28 851 miles, indicating consistent compliance over the past year without any emerging issues. Mileage accumulation shows a modest increase of 3 550 miles between the two tests, spread over roughly eleven months. This translates to an average of about 323 miles per month, well below the typical 8 100 miles per year suggested by the car’s overall usage pattern. The lower recent mileage may reflect periods of reduced driving or storage, which can be advantageous for wear‑prone consumables such as tyres and brake components. The two‑year MOT history is sparse but clean, offering no indication of rapid deterioration. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded faults does not eliminate the need for a hands‑on inspection. Focus should be placed on the suspension system—checking for worn bushes, cracked coil springs, and excessive play in the front and rear arches. Brake components merit close scrutiny: examine the discs for uneven wear, ensure the calipers move freely without binding, and verify that the pads retain adequate thickness. Tyre tread depth should be measured across the contact patch, and any uneven wear patterns noted, as they may point to alignment or suspension issues. A visual survey of the exhaust system for corrosion, and an under‑body check for rust spots, especially around the wheel arches and sills, will reveal any latent structural degradation. Finally, a thorough check of the engine mounts and drivetrain joints will confirm that the low‑mileage period has not introduced unnoticed fatigue.