2010 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · SL60 NBN

The 2010 Skoda Octavia presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT in August 2025 at 187,821 miles showing a trend toward consumable wear. While the vehicle passed its latest inspection, the tester flagged near-legal tyre tread on the nearside front and thinning brake pads on both the offside front and nearside rear. These advisories suggest the vehicle is currently due for routine maintenance of its braking system and tyres to maintain roadworthiness. The vehicle has covered 187,821 miles over its 16-year lifespan, averaging approximately 11,739 miles per year. This represents a consistent and typical usage pattern for a diesel-era saloon. The mileage accumulation shows steady progression, notably jumping from 120,360 miles in October 2021 to 150,712 miles in October 2022, and continuing at a similar rate through to the 187,821 miles recorded in August 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of non-use or neglect. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking components. The record shows a recurring pattern of shock absorber issues, with light oil misting noted on the offside front in 2018 and 2019, and the nearside rear in October 2022. Additionally, the October 2022 test identified a worn offside front suspension arm bush. Given the high mileage and these previous advisories, a thorough check of the dampers, bushings, and ball joints is necessary to ensure no significant play or leaks have developed. The recent advisories regarding thinning brake pads and worn tyres indicate that the vehicle is entering a phase of frequent consumable replacement. While the history does not show serious structural corrosion or major mechanical failures, the buyer should verify that the recent brake and tyre advisories from the August 2025 test have been addressed. Checking the condition of the brake discs for scoring or uneven wear would also be prudent given the reported pad thickness.