2017 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0L Diesel · OY17 VNF

The 2017 Skoda Kodiaq presents a strong roadworthiness profile across its recorded MOT tests, having passed every annual assessment without a single recorded failure or advisory defect since a minor brake pad note in 2021. The most recent test on 11 June 2026 returned a clean pass with no defects recorded, and this outcome is consistent with the unbroken sequence of passes stretching back to the first entry in 2020. The only blemish on the entire record is an advisory from the 2021 examination noting that the offside front brake pads were wearing thin, a routine consumable observation that has not reappeared in any subsequent test. The complete absence of structural advisories, corrosion notes, suspension component flags, exhaust warnings, or lighting defects across six consecutive post-2021 examinations suggests the vehicle has not exhibited any chronic wear patterns flagged by the testing station during this period. With approximately 67,890 miles accumulated over nine years, the Kodiaq is averaging roughly 7,500 miles per year, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a vehicle of this age and class. The mileage progression between tests appears steady and proportionate, with no evidence of sudden large jumps that might indicate prolonged periods off the road followed by intensive use, nor any unusually low annual figures that could suggest extended standing. The April 2020 pass carried a standard COVID-19 six-month extension advisory, which simply reflects the national MOT exemption granted during that period and carries no mechanical significance. The continuity of annual testing from 2020 through to mid-2026 confirms the vehicle has remained in regular active use throughout, which is generally favourable for preventing the issues that arise from prolonged lay-ups such as seized brakes, deteriorated rubber components, and flat-spotted tyres. For a prospective buyer, the practical priorities during inspection should centre on the offside front brake system, since this was the only component ever flagged for wear in the record. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing from the front nearside area on light brake application, feel for any vibration or judder through the brake pedal which could indicate disc lipping or warping, and check that the vehicle pulls evenly to a stop without any noticeable bias toward one side. Inspect the offside front brake disc visually for a pronounced inner or outer lip and assess pad material thickness through the wheel if possible, as the 2021 advisory indicates this corner has historically been the faster-wearing side. Given the absence of any suspension or steering advisories across the entire record, there is no specific component pattern to investigate, but a standard test-drive assessment remains worthwhile: listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, check for any vagueness or knocking through the steering wheel when turning lock to lock, and feel for any wandering or pulling at motorway speeds which could indicate worn wishbone bushes, drop links, or tracking irregularities. Beyond the specific brake history, a thorough pre-purchase inspection should include close examination of the underside and structural areas for any corrosion, particularly around the wheel arches, subframe mounting points, and brake and fuel lines, as the Kodiaq has now reached an age where surface corrosion can begin to appear even on vehicles with clean MOT records. Check all tyres for even tread wear across the full width, as inner shoulder wear on the front axle can point to alignment issues or worn suspension geometry that would not necessarily have produced an MOT advisory. Confirm that the electronic stability control, ABS, and any warning lights on the instrument cluster extinguish promptly after ignition, and verify the operation of all lighting, washers, and wipers. Given the clean defect history and proportionate mileage, there is no indication of chronic mechanical issues from the recorded data, but a pre-purchase inspection by an independent garage would still be prudent to verify the current state of consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and any drive belt or fluid service items that fall outside the scope of MOT testing.