2014 Skoda Octavia 1.4L Petrol · LC14 KXR

This Skoda Octavia presents a clean bill of health as of its most recent MOT on 8 June 2026 at 53,860 miles, where the tester recorded zero defects. The maintenance trend over the past four years is clearly improving. A slightly distorted nearside front wheel was flagged in the June 2023 test at 42,588 miles, and the June 2022 test at 39,708 miles noted light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. Both of those issues appear to have been addressed, as neither reappeared in subsequent tests. The vehicle has now passed three consecutive annual MOTs without a single advisory or failure, indicating consistent and attentive upkeep by the most recent keeper. The mileage profile tells a specific story. Across roughly twelve years of ownership, the car has covered just 53,860 miles, averaging approximately 4,488 miles per year. That is notably low for a vehicle of this age and class. The MOT record shows a steady and gradual accumulation pattern: 39,708 miles in July 2022, 42,588 miles in June 2023, 45,867 miles in June 2024, 48,602 miles in June 2025, and 53,860 miles in June 2026. That represents roughly 3,000 to 5,200 miles per annum in recent years, with a slight uptick in the last twelve months. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, which supports the conclusion of genuine, low-intensity use rather than a rolled-back reading. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer should still inspect the front suspension carefully. The 2022 advisory for oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber raises the question of whether that unit was replaced or resealed. A physical check for fresh damper components, along with an assessment of the nearside front wheel rim for any residual distortion or cracking around the bead area, would be prudent. The 2023 advisory specifically cited a slightly distorted road wheel under item 5.2.2 (c) (i), which can cause subtle vibration at motorway speeds if not fully corrected. Lifting the vehicle to examine the underside for corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and suspension mounting points is also advisable, given that low-mileage vehicles sometimes spend extended periods stationary, which can allow surface rust to develop on exposed components. Tyre condition and brake component wear deserve attention too. With only around 5,200 miles covered in the past year, the car may be doing short, stop-start journeys that accelerate uneven tyre wear and brake disc corrosion rather than the steady wear patterns seen on motorway-heavy vehicles. Inspect the inner edges of all four tyres for feathering or edge wear, and check the brake discs for lipping or surface corrosion that can develop from light use. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring and the trajectory is positive, but the low-mileage usage pattern means a hands-on mechanical inspection remains essential before purchase.