2018 Skoda Karoq 1.0L Petrol · LG68 RXO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from pristine records to reactive attention regarding wear. The most recent test in July 2025 at 36,683 miles identified thin rear brake pads. While the vehicle passed, this indicates that consumable components are now reaching the end of their service life, moving away from the clean inspection history seen in 2021 and 2022. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,585 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between November 2021 and June 2022, where the car covered only nine miles. Since then, usage has increased more steadily, with over 16,000 miles recorded over the following three a half years. This low annual mileage suggests the car may have sat for long periods, which often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the record shows recurring issues with perishing and cracking across 2023 and 2024. The 2024 test specifically flagged all four tyres for damage or edge wear, which suggests that despite the low mileage, the rubber compound is failing due to age. The buyer should also check for sidewall cracking and flat spots resulting from long-term storage. In addition to the tyres, the presence of the thin rear brake pads noted in 2025 requires an immediate check of the brake discs to ensure they have not scored or rusted due to inactivity. Given that no structural corrosion or suspension faults have appeared yet, the primary risks are related to the age of rubber parts and the state of the braking system. Verifying the condition of the suspension bushes and fluid levels is advisable, as low-mileage vehicles can suffer from drying out over time.