2015 Skoda Octavia 2.0L Diesel · WN65 SWY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, passing its most recent MOT in October 2025 with 124,694 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the only recent failure was a minor lighting issue involving an incorrectly aimed nearside headlamp due to a poorly refit bulb. This specific fault indicates a simple assembly oversight rather than a systemic mechanical failure, and the vehicle returned to passing standards without further defects recorded following the rectification. The mileage profile is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 112,102 miles and the October 2024 test at 118,952 miles, the car covered 6,850 miles in thirteen months. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of stagnation, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing components like brake calipers from seizing due to age-related corrosion. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear suspension and geometry based on the October 2024 failure where both rear tyres were worn to the legal limit on the inner edges. This pattern often indicates an alignment issue or worn trailing arm bushes that require adjustment or replacement. A physical inspection should verify the even wear on the current tyres and check for play in the suspension components. While the recent history shows no structural defects, the high mileage warrants a thorough check of the drivetrain and turbo system to ensure no hidden mechanical wear is developing beyond the scope of the MOT test.