2019 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · HS68 LLD

A flawless DVSA record across five consecutive tests is the defining mechanical characteristic of this 2019 Skoda Kodiaq, with the most recent examination on 9 July 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or defects of any kind. Each of the previous tests, covering 2022 and 2023 through to September 2024, has followed exactly the same pattern: a clean pass with nothing flagged by the examiner. The absence of any recorded advisories on components such as the suspension, braking system, underbody, exhaust, or tyres means there is no documented pattern of wear, no emerging corrosion issues, and no recurring monitoring items that would suggest a component is approaching the end of its service life. Mechanically, this is about as reassuring a paper trail as one can expect for a vehicle of this age, and the trend is clearly stable rather than showing any signs of deterioration. Recorded mileage of 82,789 miles across seven years equates to an average annual accumulation of around 11,827 miles, which is broadly in line with typical UK private or light commercial use. The MOT testing history shows no significant gaps or extended absences from testing, and the consistent year-on-year attendance indicates the vehicle has remained in regular service rather than being laid up for long periods. This kind of steady, moderate usage is generally favourable for mechanical longevity, as it tends to keep the drivetrain, turbo, dual-clutch or automatic gearbox, and suspension components working through their intended thermal cycles without the risks associated with either very high mileage accumulation or extended periods of standing that can degrade seals, brake components, and the 12V electrical system. There is no evidence here of a rapid mileage spike between tests, which can sometimes indicate heavy motorway use or fleet operation, nor is there any sign of an MOT having been missed. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory record does not eliminate the need for a physical inspection, but it does narrow the focus considerably. On a test drive, particular attention should still be paid to the suspension, as Kodiaqs of this era can develop wear in the rear torsion beam bushings and front lower wishbone bushes, and any knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces, particularly at low speed over speed humps, would warrant closer examination on a ramp. The steering should feel precise without vibration through the wheel, and any pulling to one side under braking could indicate binding calipers, especially as no brake-related advisories have ever been recorded and any such finding now would be a fresh issue rather than a long-standing one. Given the diesel and petrol engine options available in this model, it is also worth listening for any timing chain rattle on cold start, checking for oil misting around the cam cover and turbo pipes, and ensuring the DSG or automatic gearbox changes smoothly without shudder on low-speed pull-away. A thorough underbody inspection is still advisable despite the clean MOT history, as corrosion on the rear axle, subframe mounting points, and brake pipe unions can develop between tests, particularly on vehicles that have seen winter road salt. Tyres should be examined for even wear across both axles, as uneven front shoulder wear can point to worn suspension bushes or alignment issues that have not yet been flagged at test. Overall, the documented history provides strong confidence, but a pre-purchase inspection remains the sensible final step.