2020 Skoda Scala 1.0L Petrol · KP70 YUN

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, though the maintenance history shows a trend of neglected rubber components due to inactivity. The most recent test in September 2025 at 18,362 miles passed, but carried advisories for a deteriorated front registration plate and perished rear tyres. While the mechanical components appear to pass, the recurring flagging of tyre sidew damage suggests the car sits for long periods rather than undergoing regular road use. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Between December 2023 at 8,046 miles and September 2024 at 12,265 miles, the car covered only 4,219 miles. This low usage pattern typically reduces the wear on the drivetrain, engine, and suspension bushings, but it directly explains the age-related degradation of the tyres and other elastomers which dry out over time regardless of how much tread depth remains. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of all four tyres, as the record shows cracking and perishing across both 2024 and 2025. These flat-spotting or drying issues indicate structural risk that is not captured by mileage alone. The inspector should also check the brake discs for corrosion or seizing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rust buildup on the friction surfaces. The front registration plate requires replacement to ensure legal compliance, as the tester flagged it for deterioration in the latest inspection.