2018 Skoda Octavia 1.0L Petrol · HV18 FTX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 77,057 miles shows a pass only after a failure due to a structural tear in the offside rear tyre. While the car passed the re-test, the presence of thin front brake pads and pitted, scored discs suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical components once they reach a point of failure or legal limit threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a clear gap of 10,279 miles between the October 2023 test at 55,504 miles and the October 2024 test at 65,783 miles. This steady usage suggests the car is not sat, but the recurring failures regarding tyre tread in 2023 and 2025 indicate that basic consumable maintenance is neglected between service intervals. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system, as the record shows persistent issues with pad wear and disc surface corrosion. The 2024 advisory also noted a binding offside rear service brake, which often indicates a sticking caliper piston that requires professional attention. Given the recent failure for a structural tyre tear, a thorough inspection of all four tyres for sidewall damage or uneven wear is essential to ensure no other hidden defects exist that the tester might have missed.