2014 Skoda Rapid 1.2L Petrol · GC14 NFT

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening trend regarding structural and exhaust integrity. While the most recent test on 2 June 2026 at 72,734 miles resulted in a pass, the car failed just one day prior due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and a broken exhaust bracket. The MOT history reveals a pattern of recurring failures related to corrosion and component fatigue that has escalated significantly since 2024. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 22,303 miles in 2017 to the current 72,734 miles in 2026. This relatively low annual usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy long-distance motorway driving, yet the increasing frequency of mechanical failures suggests that age-related degradation is outpacing the benefits of low mileage. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the underside to assess the extent of corrosion. The tester flagged rear axle corrosion in June 2025, and the exhaust system has been a persistent issue, with failures for leaks, broken brackets, and backbox corrosion appearing in both 2025 and 2026. The recurring issues with coil springs and suspension bushes, specifically the offside front wishbone bush failure in May 2024 and the fractured rear springs in 2025 and 2026, indicate that the suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. The history also indicates occasional neglect of basic consumables, such as the front tyres being near the legal limit in May 2024. Given the recent failures involving structural mounting points and spring fractures, any inspection should include a close examination of all mounting brackets and the integrity of the rear suspension assembly to ensure no further degradation is present.