2013 Skoda Roomster 1.2L Diesel · OY13 AAJ

A fractured offside rear coil spring and a split nearside front CV boot presented the only Major defects in the record, causing the failure logged alongside the 2025-10-03 pass, while a separate pass on the same date carries no recorded defects. This combination indicates that the coil spring and CV boot were rectified between the two tests, but the underlying issue warrants close attention. Prior to that, the vehicle demonstrated a largely clean MOT history, with passes in 2022 and 2023 free from advisory items, and a single advisory in September 2024 noting wear to an offside front suspension arm pin or bush. The overall trend is therefore relatively benign, though the 2025 defects introduce specific component concerns that should be checked before purchase. With approximately 75,303 miles recorded across thirteen years, the vehicle has averaged around 5,793 miles annually, which is low for its age. This figure suggests either light regular use or extended periods of standing, and the absence of large mileage jumps between tests supports a consistent accumulation pattern rather than sudden long-distance use. Low annual mileage can reduce wear on drivetrain and braking components, but it can also accelerate deterioration of rubber and polymer items such as boots, bushes, and seals through prolonged stationary exposure and limited thermal cycling. Given the 2025 CV boot failure and 2024 suspension bush advisory, this usage profile is consistent with age-related polymer degradation rather than wear from high mileage. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the offside rear suspension area, listening for any knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces, particularly when cornering or braking, as coil springs that have failed once on a vehicle of this age can be accompanied by weakened neighbouring components. The nearside front CV joint should be inspected by hand for any grease contamination on the surrounding suspension arm or wheel arch liner, and a road test should be conducted in tight circles to detect any clicking or popping noises that would indicate further boot deterioration or joint wear. The 2024 advisory regarding the offside front suspension arm pin or bush should also be physically checked by rocking the wheel with the car jacked to confirm any subsequent play has not developed beyond acceptable limits. Although the 2025 pass contains no recorded advisories, the components that failed only shortly before should be regarded as areas of latent risk. A thorough inspection of all suspension springs, the exhaust mounting condition, and any signs of fluid leaking from the front driveshaft area is advisable, and the underside should be examined for corrosion on subframe and brake line surfaces given the vehicle's age. A road test should include firm braking from moderate speed to confirm straight-line stability, alongside listening for any clunks over speed humps which could suggest worn rear spring seats or top mounts. Any evidence of persistent vibration through the steering, or visible grease around the front wheels during a slow walk-around, would justify further mechanical investigation.