2020 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S-A 1.0L Petrol · VO20 OML

The vehicle presents a generally sound mechanical picture, with a maintenance trend that is stable but showing the expected wear patterns for its age and mileage. The most recent test on 12 February 2026 at 56,628 miles resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged several items that warrant attention. Both front brake discs were noted as worn, pitted, or scored, and the front brake pads were wearing thin, indicating the braking system is approaching a service interval. The nearside rear tyre showed cracking, perishing, and a cut, while the offside rear tyre also displayed cracking or perishing. These advisories suggest the tyres are ageing and may require replacement in the near term, particularly given the nearside rear's cut, which should be monitored closely for any deepening or cord exposure. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a 2020-registered vehicle. Between the February 2023 test at 21,325 miles and the February 2024 test at 32,447 miles, the car covered approximately 11,122 miles. The following year, from February 2024 to February 2025, it added 13,017 miles, reaching 45,464 miles. The most recent interval, from February 2025 to February 2026, saw 11,164 miles added. This pattern reflects steady, typical use of roughly 9,400 miles per year overall, with no alarming gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest prolonged standing or excessive wear. The MOT record itself is complete and consecutive, with annual tests conducted each February, which is a positive indicator of consistent upkeep. A buyer inspecting the vehicle in person should pay particular attention to the braking system. The recurring advisories for worn and pitted brake discs, first noted on the rear discs in February 2023 and then on the front discs in February 2026, suggest the car may have been driven in conditions that accelerate disc wear, such as stop-start urban routes or hilly terrain. The front pads were flagged as wearing thin at the most recent test, so a physical check of pad thickness and disc condition is essential. The rear tyres also demand close inspection. The nearside rear tyre's cut, combined with cracking and perishing on both rear tyres, points to age-related degradation rather than a single puncture event. Tyre age should be verified via the DOT date code, as rubber deterioration accelerates after five to six years regardless of remaining tread depth. The dash cam fitted in the upper windscreen zone, noted in the February 2025 test, is a minor cosmetic observation but worth confirming it does not obscure the driver's line of sight. Overall, the vehicle appears mechanically sound with no structural or safety-critical failures, but the consumable wear items flagged in the latest test should be budgeted for in any purchase negotiation.