2008 Skoda Roomster 1.4L Petrol · WU58 VMH

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. The most recent test on 10 July 2026 at 91,843 miles flagged a front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. This follows a pattern of deteriorating components noted in October 2025, where the tester identified perished tyres and split rear shock bump stops. While the car consistently passes, the frequency of advisories suggests that rubber components and tyres are reaching the end of their lifespan. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between January 2021 and January 2024, where the car covered only 12,15 miles over three years. However, usage has increased since 2024, with the vehicle covering over 5,000 miles in the last twelve months alone. This low-mileage history often leads to dry rot and cracking of rubber parts, which is consistent with the recorded CV boot failure and perished rubber components found in recent tests. A buyer should inspect the suspension and drivetrain rubberwork for signs of age-related degradation. The previously deteriorated offside front CV boot from 2024 and the split rear bump stops from 2025 indicate that the vehicle's suspension components require close attention. Given the recent uneven tyre wear, a professional wheel alignment check is necessary to rule out geometry-related issues. Additionally, check the chassis for corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles can still suffer from surface rust despite low mechanical wear.