2016 Skoda Rapid 1.2L Petrol · GD66 BWJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding neglected consumables and age-related wear. The most recent test in September 2025 at 44,540 miles passed but left multiple multiple advisories for perished rear tyres and a leaking shock absorber. While the car has passed its tests, the persistence of these issues across several years suggests that the previous owner was addressing only the minimum work required to pass the MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old Skoda Rapid, averaging approximately 4,450 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between 2021 and 2022, where the car covered only 4,453 miles, followed by a steady increase of roughly 4,500 miles annually. This low-use pattern often indicates long periods of standing, which likely explains the physical cracking and perishing of the tyres noted in 2022 and 2025. Rubber components degrade over time regardless of mileage when a vehicle is driven infrequently. A buyer must inspect the nearside front shock absorber specifically, as the tester has flagged a light misting of oil since 2022 at 34,527 miles. This condition has remained unresolved and indicates a seal failure that will eventually lead to component failure. The rear tyres require immediate replacement as the 2025 report noted both structural perishing and wear down to the legal limit. You should also check for surface corrosion on the undercarriage, as low-mileage vehicles that sit stationary can suffer from accelerated rust.