2010 Skoda Octavia 1.4L Petrol · WD10 FNO

The 2010 Skoda Octavia holds a valid MOT pass certificate dated 26 February 2026 at 109,785 miles, so it is currently road-legal. The maintenance trend over the past few years is mixed rather than clearly improving or worsening. The most recent test recorded two advisories for both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, indicating uneven wear that has persisted across multiple inspections. A failed test on 18 February 2026, just eight days before the pass, flagged a defective nearside front indicator, both front tyres again, a split ball joint dust cover on the nearside front lower suspension arm, and excessively worn inner rear suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides. The car passed shortly after, suggesting those specific defects were addressed, but the underlying pattern of suspension wear and uneven tyre wear remains a recurring theme. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 6,862 miles per year over its sixteen-year life. The record shows a notable gap between the April 2024 pass at 99,290 miles and the May 2023 entry at 115,718 miles, which suggests either a data anomaly, a correction, or a period of very low use followed by a spike. Between February 2025 at 102,363 miles and February 2026 at 109,785 miles, the car covered approximately 7,422 miles in twelve months, which is consistent with light but regular use. The mileage pattern does not raise immediate concerns about excessive wear, but it does confirm the vehicle has not been standing idle for long periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and steering geometry. The repeated advisories for worn suspension arm bushes on both sides, combined with persistent edge wear on the front tyres, point to possible misalignment or deteriorating bushings that allow unwanted movement under load. The split ball joint dust cover flagged in the February 2026 failure is a concern because once compromised, dirt ingress accelerates joint wear and can lead to premature failure. The rear sub-frame corrosion noted in April 2024, while not seriously weakened at that time, warrants a thorough underside inspection to check for any progression, particularly around mounting points and inner arches. Uneven tyre wear on both axles suggests the tracking and suspension geometry should be professionally checked before purchase. The rear suspension bushes flagged as excessively worn in the most recent failure also deserve attention, as degraded rear bushes affect stability and tyre wear over time.