2020 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI 1.0L Petrol · GY69 XOS

The vehicle remains in roadworthy condition, though the maintenance trend shows a minor decline in suspension component integrity. The most recent test in January 2026 at 51,468 miles resulted in a pass despite a damaged nearside track rod end joint dust cover. This follows a similar advisory on the offside side in January 2025 at 43,089 miles, indicating that the rubber boots on the steering linkage are beginning to perish simultaneously. The mileage pattern is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with a gap of roughly 9,800 miles between the February 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 8,500 miles between the 2024 and January 2025 tests. This regularity suggests the car has not been subjected to long periods of stationary neglect, which generally benefits the health of the drivetrain and rubber components. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the track rod end wear. Since both side dust covers were flagged in consecutive years, there is a risk of grit ingress into the ball joints, which will lead to premature failure and steering play. The inspector should also check for play in the steering rack and the condition of the control arm bushes, as the recurring dust cover issues often precede broader age-related cracking or tearing.