2016 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · GV65 UAB

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend despite its high usage. The most recent MOT test on 26 January 2026 at 223,059 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day. This suggests that the owner proactively addressed a specific issue to ensure the vehicle met compliance. Since July 2024, the car has consistently passed inspections without any recorded advisories or mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is significantly high for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 22,300 miles per year. Between July 2024 and February 2025, the car covered 2,780 miles in just seven months, while it added another 5,086 miles between February 2025 and January 2026. This consistent, high-intensity usage indicates long-distance motorway driving, which typically places less strain on the suspension compared to city driving but subjects the drivetrain and engine to significant thermal cycles and wear on components. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. Given the 223,000-mile mark, close attention is required regarding the suspension bushes, control arms, and coil springs for signs of fatigue. The braking system should be checked for binding calipers or thin discs, as the high-frequency use often accelerates consumable depletion. While the MOT record is currently clean of structural corrosion, the integrity of the undercarriage should be verified to ensure the high mileage has not exposed the chassis to excessive road salt damage.