2019 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · MJ69 JWC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding the suspension components. The most recent test in February 2026 at 78,007 miles followed a failure just one day prior due to excessively worn nearside front lower suspension arm bushes. While the vehicle passed the re-test after addressing the bushes, the persistence of light misting on both front shock absorbers and a new advisory for a distorted nearside rear road wheel indicates that the suspension assembly is reaching the end of its service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,144 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 50,044 miles in December 2022 to 61,269 miles in late 2023, eventually reaching 78,007 miles by early 2026. This regular usage suggests the car has not suffered long periods of standing, which explains the gradual wear observed on rubber components like bushes and hydraulic seals in the dampers. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension geometry and condition. The light misting of oil on the shock absorbers, noted back in February 2025 and persisting into 2026, suggests the seals are failing and will soon require replacement. The distorted nearside rear wheel should be checked for structural cracks or deformation that could cause vibration issues at high speeds. Additionally, given that rear brake pads were flagged as thin in 2023, the current pad thickness should be measured to ensure they have been replaced in the 17,000 miles driven since that advisory.