2007 Skoda Roomster 1.4L Petrol · KT07 MHM

The vehicle presents an improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass during the most recent test on 17 November 2025 at 73,230 miles. This follows a period of instability between February 2024 and February 2025 where the car failed multiple tests due to recurring issues with the braking system, exhaust, and tyre wear. The absence of advisories in the latest inspection suggests that the previous mechanical shortcomings have been addressed. The mileage profile indicates a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 3,854 miles per year over its nineteen-year lifespan. The recorded data shows consistent, albeit low, annual usage, with the distance increasing from 53,110 miles in February 2020 to 73,230 miles in November 2025. While low mileage reduces drivetrain wear, the history of tyre cracking in 2021 and recurring headlight clouding suggests the vehicle may spend significant periods stationary, which can lead to rubber degradation and seal drying. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system and exhaust integrity. The tester flagged binding nearside and offside rear service brakes in the February 2024 and February 2025 tests. Although these were cleared in the most recent pass, the recurring nature of this fault suggests a tendency for the calipers to seize or the mechanism to struggle. Similarly, the front exhaust has shown a minor gas leak since February 2024, so the condition of the flexi-pipe and exhaust manifold should be verified to ensure the recent pass was not merely a marginal result. Suspension components also require scrutiny. The record shows deteriorated lower suspension arm rubber bushes in May 2016 and an anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover failure in February 2025. While the latest test was clean, the history of suspension-related advisories warrants a physical check for play in the bushes and any signs of perished rubber or weeping dampers. Checking the condition of the tyres is also advised, given the previous patterns of uneven wear and age-related cracking.