2017 Skoda Kodiaq 1.4L Petrol · LC67 VRV

A persistent pattern of front-tyre wear advisories defines the mechanical narrative of this Kodiaq, with the same edge-wear condition flagged at the nearside front in 2020, both front tyres in 2022, and again on both sides in December 2025, alongside front brake disc pitting and rear brake pad thinning noted the year prior. The vehicle has passed every recorded test since at least 2020, with the most recent examination on 12 December 2025 returning a pass accompanied only by the front-tyre advisory, so it remains roadworthy at present. However, the recurring nature of the same advisory across multiple annual tests points to an underlying chassis or geometry issue that is causing accelerated and uneven front-tyre consumption rather than simple wear from mileage. The brake-related advisories from late 2024 are consistent with normal use at this mileage, but the combination of repeated edge wear and scored front discs over consecutive years suggests the braking and steering geometry should be examined as a priority. With 56,908 miles recorded over approximately nine years, this Kodiaq has averaged roughly 6,300 miles annually, which is a fairly typical accumulation rate for a family SUV of this age. There are no significant gaps in the annual testing record, indicating the vehicle has been in continuous use rather than laid up for extended periods, and the steady year-on-year accumulation supports a consistent usage profile. At this mileage, consumables such as tyres, brake pads, and discs have predictably required attention, and the advisories recorded align broadly with what would be expected for a vehicle that has covered this distance. The lack of any structural corrosion advisories, suspension component failures, or exhaust or emissions defects across seven recorded tests is a positive indicator of the underlying condition of the vehicle. For a prospective buyer, the front-tyre edge wear pattern is the single most important issue to investigate before purchase, as it has now been recorded in four separate test cycles spanning six years. This requires a hands-on inspection on a test drive: listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or potholes, pay attention to whether the steering pulls to one side under braking or acceleration, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel which could indicate the pitted discs are now warped. The front suspension should be examined for worn or perished bushes, weak coil springs, and any play in the anti-roll bar drop links and wishbone bushes, all of which are common contributors to uneven front-tyre wear on a vehicle of this age and weight. It is also worth checking that all four wheels are within manufacturer alignment tolerances, as a small geometric deviation will rapidly consume front tyre shoulders. The 2024 advisories regarding pitted front brake discs and thinning rear brake pads should be verified by direct measurement, as the car has covered another 12 months and approximately 6,000 miles since those observations were made. On a test drive, apply the brakes firmly from around 40 mph and listen for any grinding, squealing, or pulsation through the pedal, which would indicate the pitted discs have now worn beyond their serviceable thickness or the pads have been allowed to run low. Inspect the inner and outer surfaces of the front discs for a visible lip or heavy scoring, and check the rear pads through the wheel spokes or by removing the wheels for a definitive thickness reading. Given the consistent annual usage and absence of any recorded structural, exhaust, or drivetrain advisories across the history, the vehicle appears mechanically sound aside from these localised brake and geometry concerns, but the recurring front-tyre issue warrants a professional geometry and suspension check before committing to purchase.