2017 Skoda Rapid 1.0L Petrol · HG67 PXC

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent MOT test in December 2025 at 62,715 miles. This result indicates an improving maintenance trend as the mechanical and wear issues identified in the previous year were addressed. While the 2024 test revealed several defects, the subsequent clean record suggests the owner performed the necessary repairs to meet safety standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-use private ownership, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year over its nine-year life. Between December 2023 and December 2025, the car covered 13,333 miles, showing a steady rate of use rather than long periods of stagnation. The lack of defects between 2021 and 2023 suggests the vehicle was well-maintained during that interval, though the low mileage can sometimes mask age-related rubber degradation in bushes and seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, specifically regarding the 2024 advisory at 59,109 miles which noted a worn off-side front rear wishbone bush. Although this was cleared in the latest test, the recurring nature of uneven tyre wear in that same period suggests a potential for alignment issues or lingering component fatigue. Inspect the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, as the record previously flagged aged rubber in 2024, which is common on low-mileage vehicles that sit for extended periods.