2017 Mobilvetta K-Yacht Unknown 2.3L Diesel · PO17 GKA

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear worsening pattern regarding tyre condition. The most recent test in September 2025 at 20,644 miles resulted in a pass despite both rear tyre sidewalls perishing. This follows a similar advisory from September 2024 at 20,392 miles, where the outer sidewalls were noted for perishing. While the vehicle passes its inspections, the recurring flagging of rubber degradation indicates that the tyres are failing from age rather than tread wear. The low mileage profile of 20,644 miles over nine years averages to approximately 2,294 miles per year. The data suggests long periods of stationary use, particularly between July 2022 and October 2022 when the vehicle covered only 342 miles in three months. However, the interval between September 2023 and September 2024 shows a more consistent increase of 3,912 miles. This low usage pattern often leads to mechanical issues such as seized brake calipers, perished seals, and degraded rubber components due to lack of regular operation. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of all rubber components, as the MOT history confirms the vehicle is prone to dry rot and sidewall cracking. The buyer should specifically check the brake system for corrosion or seizing, which is common in low-mileage vehicles that sit idle. Given the lack of structural defects in previous tests, a thorough check of the chassis and suspension bushes for cracking is necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying environmental degradation from long-term storage.