2009 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Petrol · LS59 XKY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean MOT pass in November 2025 at 87,448 miles. The maintenance history shows an improving trend, as the mechanical failures identified in previous years have been successfully rectified. The absence of any defects or advisories in the most recent test indicates that the current owner is proactive in addressing flagged faults and ensuring the vehicle meets minimum safety standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,144 miles per year. Between October 2023 and November 2024, the car covered 4,653 miles, reflecting a consistent and low-intensity pattern of use. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long intervals between tests can sometimes expose components to age-related degradation, such as rubber seals, suspension bushings, and fluid components, which may perish or crack regardless of the distance travelled. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the front drivetrain assembly, given the recurring issues with drive shaft constant velocity boots. The offside and nearside boots failed tests in 2023 and 2024, suggesting a potential vulnerability in the rubber components or a tendency for them to split prematurely. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding the nearside front inner tyre edge wear indicates a previous history of alignment issues or worn suspension geometry, which should be verified to ensure the vehicle is not currently causing uneven tyre wear.