2019 Skoda Superb 1.5L Petrol · WJ69 FKB

The most recent MOT, carried out on 12 January 2026, was passed but returned several advisories concerning front and rear brake discs showing wear, pitting or scoring and rear brake pads approaching the minimum thickness. The previous year’s test also flagged front tyre tread at the legal limit, while the 2024 test recorded a single failure for a non‑functioning front windscreen washer. Overall the pattern is one of a vehicle that has been kept road‑worthy but is now showing the expected wear on high‑use components; the trend is stable with the only regression being the washer fault, which has already been rectified, and the brake wear now becoming a genuine maintenance item. With 34 887 miles recorded on a 2019 model, the average annual mileage is just under 5 000 mi, considerably below the UK average for a vehicle of this age. Such low utilisation often indicates periods of limited use or extended storage, which can be beneficial for engine and transmission longevity but may predispose age‑related deterioration in rubber and metal components. The modest mileage also means that consumables such as tyres, brake discs and pads have reached wear limits well before the odometer would suggest, reflecting the natural wear cycle of a vehicle that is driven primarily in urban or short‑distance conditions. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the braking system. Inspect the front and rear discs for deep scoring, excessive rust or uneven wear, and verify that the rear pads have not fallen below the minimum thickness. On a test drive feel for any pulsation or shudder when applying the brakes, listen for squeal or grinding, and check that the vehicle pulls straight under braking. Because the discs are already noted as pitted, replacement of the discs and rear pads is likely to be required within the next few thousand miles to avoid a future failure. The front tyres, flagged as close to the legal limit, should be measured for tread depth across the centre and edges; any side‑wall cracking or dry rot would also be a sign that the tyres need replacing regardless of remaining tread. Verify that the tyre pressures hold steady and that the wheel bearings are quiet and free of play. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, a thorough age‑related inspection is advisable. Examine the 12 V battery for terminal corrosion and test its cranking voltage, as batteries can deteriorate while the car sits. Check all fluid levels and consider a change of brake fluid, coolant and engine oil if service records are missing, since these fluids degrade over time even without high mileage. Inspect the suspension bushings, ball joints and shock absorbers for any cracking, looseness or leaking oil, and look for rust on the chassis, especially around wheel arches and under‑body panels, which can develop during prolonged storage. Finally, confirm that the windscreen washer pump and nozzles have been repaired and that the wiper blades are supple, as a functional washer system is essential for safe driving in wet conditions.