2017 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · NX67 XCB

This 2017 Skoda Kodiaq presents a stable and consistently clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 3 September 2025 at 53,300 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This outcome is not an isolated result but the continuation of a five-year unbroken streak of first-time passes with no advisories or failures, indicating diligent preventative upkeep by the previous keeper. The mileage accumulation pattern is notably low for a vehicle of this age. Between the August 2024 test at 41,469 miles and the September 2025 test at 53,300 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 11,831 miles in just over twelve months. This represents a significant spike compared to the preceding years, where annual mileage averaged closer to 8,000 to 9,000 miles. Such a sudden increase in usage after a period of lighter use warrants attention, as components like the exhaust system, DPF, and cooling system may have experienced a shift from short-trip to sustained longer journeys. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage and drivetrain. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can suffer from perished rubber suspension bushes, seized handbrake mechanisms, and surface corrosion on brake discs and suspension components that MOT tests do not always capture. Inspect the condition of the rear brake calipers and handbrake cables specifically, as these are prone to binding on vehicles that see intermittent use. The tyre condition and tread depth deserve close scrutiny given the recent jump in mileage. Uneven wear patterns could indicate neglected wheel alignment or worn suspension joints that have not yet reached a failure threshold. A test drive over varied road surfaces will reveal any emerging play in the front wishbone bushes or drop links, while monitoring the exhaust for excessive smoke under load will confirm the health of the engine and DPF after the recent increase in road use.