2011 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · WG11 BPO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected suspension-related items. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 119,342 miles passed, the advisory for oil misting on both front shock absorbers remains. This specific issue has appeared in five consecutive tests back to 2021, indicating that the dampers are slowly leaking but have not yet reached the point of failure. The recorded mileage of 119,342 miles over 15 years averages to approximately 8,000 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical light-duty usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows steady annual accumulation, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and 4,400 miles between 2023 and 2024. This regularity suggests the car is used consistently rather than sitting stationary for long periods between tests. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the front suspension geometry and alignment. Recurring advisories regarding tyres worn on the inner edges in both 2022 and 2023 strongly suggest a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that have not been addressed. The persistent misting on the shock absorbers also requires monitoring, as a total seal failure will lead to poor damping and unpredictable handling. Beyond these mechanical concerns, the history of defective wiper blades and deteriorated registration plates indicates a pattern of only addressing faults when specifically flagged by the tester rather than performing proactive maintenance.