2019 Skoda Octavia 1.5L Petrol · RE69 AOF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to emerging component wear. The most recent test in October 2025 at 49,980 miles passed with a new advisory for light misting of oil on the offside front shock absorber. While this did not cause an immediate failure, it indicates the beginning of a seal failure that will eventually require component replacement to maintain suspension damping performance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-to-moderate profile, averaging approximately 7,140 miles per year. Between November 2022 at 16,489 miles and November 2023 at 24,171 miles, the car covered roughly 7,700 miles, showing steady usage. However, a significant jump of 12,680 miles occurred between November 2023 and November 2024, suggesting a period of more intensive driving which likely correlates with the observed degradation of the rubber-based components. A buyer should pay close attention to the tyres and suspension assembly following the failure in November 2024. The tester identified exposed cords on the nearside front tyre and perishing or cracking on both the nearside and offside rear tyres, indicating that the age of the rubber has overtaken the tread depth despite the low overall mileage. The misting on the offside front shock absorber should also be inspected in person to ensure the leak is not progressing rapidly, as this would compromise vehicle handling and cause uneven tyre wear.