2021 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · GL21 DVG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its most recent test on May 1, 2026 at 46,586 miles, it failed that same day due to perished rear tyres and a faulty windscreen wiper. This indicates that the previous owner only addressed defects once they threatened an MOT failure, rather than replacing components as they showed signs of degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. Between the May 2025 test at 36,370 miles and the May 2026 test at 46,586 miles, the car covered 10,216 miles. This steady usage suggests regular highway driving, which generally is better for mechanical components than long periods of inactivity, though it explains the typical wear of rubber-based parts like tyres and wishbone bushes noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The May 2025 record flagged a splitting offside inner wishbone bush and thin front brake pads with worn discs. Although these were likely addressed following the 2025 failure, the buyer should check for any remaining play in the steering and ensure the front brakes were replaced rather than just resurfaced. The 2026 failure for cracking rear tyres suggests the rubber is reaching the end of its life despite having sufficient depth, necessitating a check of all four tyres for sidewall cracking or uneven wear.