2021 Skoda Superb 2.0L Petrol · SA05 TUG

The most recent MOT (26 Mar 2026) was a pass, but it flagged two areas that need attention. The rear tyres on both sides show early cracking or perishing, and the nearside front shock absorber has a light oil mist – a sign of possible wear in the suspension. A clear pattern emerges across the three years: the rear tyres are repeatedly highlighted. In 2024 they were noted as slightly damaged, in 2025 they were close to the legal tread limit, and in 2026 the same slight cracking reappears. This suggests the tyre wear is not improving and may be accelerating as the tread thins. The shock‑absorber oil mist is a new issue in the latest test, indicating a developing problem that could affect ride quality and handling if left unchecked. Mileage-wise, 40,443 mi over roughly five years works out to about 8,000 mi per year – a fairly typical usage rate. It does not point to excessive hard‑use, but it also does not rule out periods of low usage that could have allowed tyre degradation to go unnoticed. In short, the mileage signal is neutral. Overall the condition trend is stable in the sense that the car continues to pass MOT, but the recurring tyre wear and the fresh shock‑absorber observation suggest a slight worsening in key wear items.