2021 Skoda Karoq 1.5L Petrol · GL21 LLK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 56,647 miles passed, the tester flagged both front tyres as being worn to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This suggests that the owner only addresses critical components when they reach an MOT failure point, as evidenced by the significant failure in 2024. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per year. The car covered 5,920 miles between the May 2024 and May 2025 tests, and another 7,067 miles leading up to the most recent June test. This steady usage suggests regular road miles rather than long periods ofກັບ, which generally benefits the health of mechanical components such as engine seals and suspension bushings. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the integrity of the front suspension. The May 2024 failure at 43,660 miles identified oil misting on both front shock absorbers. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent tests without this specific advisory, misting often precedes a total seal failure. You must check for any active leaks or degraded damping to ensure these are not nearing the end of their life. The uneven wear noted on the front tyres in the latest record also points toward potential issues with wheel alignment or worn suspension ball joints. Given the history of replacing rear tyres with exposed cords in 2024, it is vital to verify the current alignment and inspect the condition of the remaining rubber to prevent premature wear of expensive tyres.