2021 Skoda Karoq SE Drive TSI S-A 1.5L Petrol · OY71 LHA

A pattern of critical failures regarding tyres and suspension defines the roadworthiness record of this vehicle. While it achieved a pass on 2025-09-16, this followed a failure the previous day due to dangerous tread depths on both front tyres. This trend of failing on essential safety components, combined with a major failure in 2024 for a leaking front shock absorber, indicates that critical wear items have reached their limit before being addressed. The recorded mileage of 25,330 miles is low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,066 miles per year. Such a low annual accumulation often means components are more likely to degrade due to age and atmospheric exposure rather than mechanical wear. This is evidenced by the current advisories regarding perishing and cracking on the rear tyres, which typically occurs when rubber degrades over time despite low usage. Particular attention must be paid to the suspension and tyre condition. The 2024 failure for a serious fluid leak in the nearside front shock absorber requires verification that the component was replaced. During a test drive, listen for knocks or thumps when traversing speed bumps and observe if the front of the vehicle exhibits excessive bouncing or instability under braking, which would suggest the suspension damping is still inadequate. The current advisories for cracking and perishing on both rear tyres necessitate a close physical inspection of the sidewalls for visible weather-checking. Ensure that the front tyres, which were flagged as dangerous for insufficient tread just before the latest pass, have been replaced with quality rubber. Check for any uneven tyre wear across the axles, as this could indicate lingering alignment issues resulting from the previous suspension failure.