2010 Skoda Octavia 1.9L Diesel · OY10 AEC

This Skoda Octavia presents an exceptionally stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 11 February 2026 at 173,308 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent four year trend of passing every inspection without a single advisory or failure, suggesting a high standard of preventative maintenance. The vehicle has covered approximately 10,832 miles per year, which is typical for its age. Mileage accumulation has remained steady over the last few years, though there was a notable increase between March 2022 at 93,936 miles and February 2023 at 116,609 miles, where the car covered over 22,000 miles in eleven months. This period of heavier use did not result in any mechanical degradation flagged by the testers. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must account for the high total mileage of 173,308. The absence of recorded defects does not mean components are new. A physical inspection should focus on high wear items that MOT testers often overlook if they meet the minimum legal limit, specifically the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and the depth of the brake discs. Given the age of the vehicle, checking for structural corrosion on the sills and chassis is essential. While the DVSA records show no structural failures, the lack of advisories over several years is unusual for a 2010 model. Verifying the service history for timing belt and water pump replacements is critical, as these are primary failure points that an MOT test will not detect.