2022 Skoda Enyaq IV 80X Sportline Electricity · SL71 XVM

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Skoda Enyaq iV 80X Sportline was conducted on 23 January 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle met all statutory roadworthiness requirements at that point. The preceding MOT dated 11 February 2025 was also a pass without advisories, suggesting a positive maintenance trajectory with the only recorded failure occurring in January 2025, which was subsequently rectified. The absence of recurring advisories across the most recent two tests implies that any previous concerns regarding tyre condition have been addressed and that the vehicle has not exhibited a pattern of worsening mechanical deterioration in its most recent statutory examinations. Overall, the MOT trend can be regarded as stable and improving following the earlier tyre-related failure. With 53,328 miles recorded on a four-year-old vehicle, this Enyaq is accumulating approximately 13,332 miles annually, which is notably above the national average for an electric SUV of this age. Higher annual mileage on any vehicle typically accelerates wear on consumable components such as tyres, brake friction material, suspension bushes, and wheel bearings, even though the regenerative braking system fitted to this electric drivetrain will reduce traditional brake wear. There are no significant mileage gaps evident between test entries, which suggests consistent use rather than prolonged standing periods, reducing the likelihood of issues such as brake disc corrosion from inactivity or 12V auxiliary battery degradation. However, the sustained high usage rate warrants closer scrutiny of the undercarriage, drivetrain, and suspension components during physical inspection. Although the most recent MOT records are clean, the January 2025 failure specifically identified dangerous structural failure of the nearside rear tyre, alongside advisories for offside front and offside rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. Structural tyre separation can result from impact damage, underinflation, or excessive wear, and the advisory regarding edge wear suggests a potential tracking or suspension geometry issue that may still be present. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any uneven road noise or vibration through the steering wheel, which could indicate misalignment or worn suspension components such as control arm bushes, wishbones, or anti-roll bar links. It is also prudent to inspect all four tyres closely for uneven shoulder wear, sidewall damage, or age-related perishing, particularly given the vehicle's high annual mileage which accelerates tread degradation. Given the age and high usage profile of this Enyaq, prospective buyers should also verify the condition of the 12V auxiliary battery, which is responsible for powering ancillary systems and can fail without warning on electric vehicles if the main traction battery has been left disconnected or if the auxiliary unit has reached the end of its service life. The high-voltage traction battery state of health and any diagnostic trouble codes relating to the electric drivetrain should be confirmed through a Skoda main dealer or specialist using official ODIS diagnostic equipment. Brake discs should be examined for lipping or scoring despite the regenerative braking system, and a thorough underbody inspection is advisable to identify early corrosion on suspension arms, subframes, or the multi-link rear axle, particularly around the bolt interfaces. Finally, buyers should confirm that the cabin filter, brake fluid, and any reduction gear oil have been serviced in line with manufacturer schedules, as time rather than mileage often governs these intervals on electric vehicles.