2019 Skoda Karoq 2.0L Diesel · SW19 UTB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend regarding tyre maintenance. While the 2026-01-30 test resulted in a pass, the tester flagged all four tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges at 3mm. This follows a similar advisory in the 2025-01-13 test at 33,056 miles, where both the offside front inner and nearside front tyres were noted as being worn close to the legal limit. The mileage pattern suggests light annual usage, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year over the seven-year period. The vehicle covered 16,772 miles by July 2022 and reached 36,495 miles by January 2026. This low-mileage profile is consistent with a vehicle that spends significant time stationary or is used for short, infrequent trips. The absence of defects in the 2022 and 2024 tests indicates a period of clean mechanical operation, but the recent focus on tyre wear suggests a shift in how consumables are being managed. A prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the tyre tread depth and evenness across all four corners to ensure the 3mm advisory has been addressed with new rubber. The recurring mention of tyres being worn on the edges suggests potential issues with wheel alignment or suspension geometry. I recommend checking the condition of the suspension bushes and tracking to rule out uneven wear caused by misalignment. Given the low annual mileage, also inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which can occur when a vehicle is not driven frequently enough to clear debris and prevent oxidation.