2020 Skoda Scala S TSI 1.0L Petrol · SB69 DVG

The latest MOT on 26 August 2025 passed at 27,070 mi, but it recorded a slight binding on both rear service brakes (1.2.1 (f)). A similar rear‑brake issue appears in the 2024 MOT (nearside rear binding) and the 2025 MOT (both rear binding). In 2023 the car had no recorded defects, but earlier in February 2023 a serious rear‑disc weakness was flagged and the vehicle failed that test. The pattern shows recurring rear‑brake concerns rather than a new problem, suggesting a persisting wear or adjustment issue rather than an escalating fault. Overall the trend is relatively stable – the brakes have not deteriorated to a failure since the 2023 disc problem, but the repeated binding indicates the condition is not improving and may worsen if not addressed. At 27,070 mi for a six‑year‑old Skoda Scala the mileage is low – roughly 4,500 mi per year. This could mean the car has been lightly used, but it also raises the possibility of long idle periods that can allow brake components to seize. The mileage signal is therefore ambiguous; it does not guarantee low wear, especially on the braking system. A buyer should first inspect the rear brakes: check disc thickness, look for scoring or rust, and verify that the pads and calipers move freely. A test‑drive should confirm that the rear brakes apply smoothly without pulling or noise.