2021 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E-TEC S-A 1.5L Hybrid electric · NJ21 VDR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test in April 2026. The maintenance trend shows a period of instability regarding suspension components that has recently been resolved. While the inspection resulted in a failure due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring, the repair was immediately addressed to achieve a pass. This indicates that the current owner is responsive to safety-critical defects, though the suspension is beginning to show of age-related wear. At 56,069 miles over five years, the Skoda Octavia has averaged approximately 11,200 miles per annum. This figure aligns with typical national averages for a modern family vehicle. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 15,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 16,500 miles in the final year leading up to the failure. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly for motorway commuting rather than sitting stationary for long periods. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the front suspension geometry. The April 2025 test at 49,449 miles flagged wear on both the nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes. Although these did not result in a failure at that time, the subsequent failure of the rear spring suggests the rubber components are degrading. The buyer should check for play or cracking in the front arm bushes and ensure the replacement rear spring has been seated correctly without affecting the vehicle alignment.