2015 Skoda Rapid 1.6L Diesel · FX15 NPD

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the April 2026 test at 87,567 miles. This follows a successful retest in November 2025, suggesting that previous minor issues have been addressed. The maintenance trend shows an improvement from early 2025, where the car failed on headlamp alignment, an insecure headlamp, a deteriorated rear registration plate, and a worn offside front tyre. These issues were resolved within two days, indicating prompt corrective action by the owner. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,961 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 20,745 miles in February 2018 to the current 87,567 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or evidence of long periods of inactivity. The increase from 68,333 miles in January 2024 to 78,212 miles in January 2025 shows a slight uptick in annual usage, but it remains well within normal parameters for a commuter vehicle. A prospective buyer should focus on tyre wear and alignment. The MOT history shows a recurring pattern of tyres being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges, specifically noted in January 2020, January 2023, and January 2025. This frequent mention of edge wear suggests potential issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. While the most recent tests show no defects, a physical inspection of the tyre treads and a check of the suspension bushes and steering components would be prudent to ensure no underlying alignment issues persist. The record also flags a pitted or scored nearside rear brake disc in January 2023. Although this was noted as not being seriously weakened, it indicates the vehicle has been driven in conditions that allow for surface corrosion or heavy wear. Checking the current condition of the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or excessive scoring is recommended. Aside from these consumable items, the vehicle lacks any history of serious structural corrosion or significant mechanical failures.