2014 Skoda Roomster 1.2L Petrol · LD14 ABF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 29 April 2026 at 108,493 miles. The overall maintenance trend is worsening, as the record shows an increasing frequency of failures and advisories related to the chassis and suspension over the last three years. The latest test flagged a severely deteriorated dust cover on the offside front anti-roll bar linkage, indicating a continuing decline in front-end component condition. The mileage is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 9,041 miles per year. Usage has remained steady, with a notable increase in annual mileage recently, rising from 7,500 miles between 2021 and 2022 to over 9,000 miles between 2025 and 2026. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, suggesting the car has been in regular use. A buyer must scrutinize the front suspension and steering geometry. The tester flagged worn lower suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside in April 2025 at 99,418 miles. Combined with the anti-roll bar linkage play noted in April 2023 and the latest dust cover failure, these recurring issues suggest the front suspension is reaching the end of its service life. Attention should also be paid to the braking system and tyre maintenance. The vehicle failed in April 2023 due to thin front brake pads and carried an advisory for thin rear pads at 80,139 miles. Frequent tyre-related failures, including a structural bulge in May 2024 and sidewall cuts in May 2021, suggest a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a preventative one.