2015 Skoda Superb SE L TDI 1.6L Diesel · PO15 OWW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on 23 March 2026 at 53,680 miles resulted in a failure due to a nearside front service brake binding and a tyre worn to the legal limit. While the vehicle passed immediately following these repairs, the presence of a binding caliper suggests that mechanical components were not serviced until they reached a point of operational failure. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,880 miles per year. Between April 2024 at 39,859 miles and March 2025 at 46,631 miles, the car covered roughly 7,000 miles, showing a slight increase in usage. This low mileage often implies less overall drivetrain wear, but it can also lead to degradation of rubber components and brake hardware due to inactivity, which may align with the binding brake issue identified in the 2026 test. A buyer must personally inspect the nearside front brake assembly to ensure the binding issue was fully rectified and not merely a seized caliper or corroded piston. The failure in April 2024 regarding the tyre pressure monitoring system also indicates an electronic or sensor fault that should be checked for persistent warnings or faulty wiring. Given the uneven wear noted on the front tyre in 2026, a professional wheel alignment check is essential to rule out incorrect geometry or worn suspension bushes that could prematurely consume new tyres.