2021 Skoda Octavia SE TSI E-TEC S-A 1.0L Hybrid electric · GD21 KWC

The vehicle holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 8 June 2026 at 45,255 miles, passing its most recent test just ten days ago. That said, the maintenance trend is not entirely stable. The June 2026 pass came with two active advisories: both rear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, and both rear inner brake pads are wearing thin. These are not dangerous failures, but they indicate the braking system on the rear axle is now consuming its service items faster than expected for the mileage. The car has gone from a completely clean bill of health in mid-2024 to a pattern of wear-related advisories by mid-2026, suggesting the second owner may not have kept on top of routine consumable replacements. At roughly 9,000 miles per year, the annual mileage is typical for a five-year-old car and does not raise any red flags about excessive use or suspiciously low recorded distance. The MOT record shows consistent annual testing around the June renewal date, with no long gaps in the certificate. The only anomaly is the double test entry on 6 June 2024, where a failure for a nail in the nearside rear tyre, a cut reaching the ply on the same tyre, and multiple tyre wear issues was followed by a pass on the same day at the same mileage. This indicates the previous owner addressed the tyre defects promptly rather than ignoring them, which is a positive sign for general upkeep. The tyre history in 2024 is worth noting. On the failed test, the nearside rear tyre had a nail and a deep cut, the nearside front tyre was worn to the legal limit on its outer edge, and the offside rear tyre was worn on its inner edge. Uneven wear patterns, particularly inner-edge wear on the rear, can point to misaligned tracking or worn suspension bushes and should be checked physically. The current mileage of 45,255 is high enough that suspension components such as lower arm bushes, anti-roll bar links, and shock absorber mounts may be approaching the point of noticeable wear, especially if the car has spent time on poorly maintained roads. The rear braking system is the most pressing area for a pre-purchase inspection. Pitted or scored rear discs combined with thin inner pads suggest the calipers may not be sliding freely, or the pads have been running unevenly. A buyer should have the rear brake discs measured for minimum thickness and the caliper slides and pistons checked for corrosion or seizure. The front brakes have not been flagged in any test, but given the rear wear rate, it would be prudent to inspect the front discs and pads as well. Overall, the car appears fundamentally sound with no structural or emissions failures on record, but the rear brakes and tyre alignment deserve immediate attention before purchase.