2020 Skoda Kodiaq 1.5L Petrol · LF70 OPY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding deferred consumable repairs. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 39,563 miles passed, the tester identified multiple advisories concerning the braking system and tyres. This represents a significant shift from the clean record in July 2024, suggesting that the owner is now allowing components to reach the point of near-failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. The car covered 5,226 miles between the July 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 10,378 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This recent spike in usage explains the accelerated wear observed on the braking components, though the overall low mileage suggests the engine and structural elements have not yet been subjected to the high stress typical of high-mileage commuters. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear braking assembly. The July 2025 record flagged thin rear pads at 1.5mm and pitted, scored discs, which follows an advisory for thin front inner pads back at 24,409 miles. This recurring pattern suggests a lack of attention to brake or potentially sticking calipers causing uneven wear. Additionally, the offside front tyre requires immediate replacement as the 2mm depth is at the legal limit, and the noted edge wear indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. The damaged front windscreen should also be monitored for spreading cracks, even though it did not fail the last test. Given the history of deferred brake work, the buyer should budget for a full rear disc and pad overhaul as the current components have clearly reached the end of their functional life. The vehicle appears structurally sound based on the absence of corrosion advisories, but the mechanical upkeep reflects a reactive rather than proactive approach.