2015 Skoda Octavia 1.6L Diesel · YA64 VJX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 21 August 2025 at 131,094 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a momentary failure earlier on that same day due to a fractured offside rear coil spring. This mechanical fault was rectified immediately, as the car passed the retest with no recorded defects, suggesting that the current owner is responsive to safety-critical failures once they are identified during testing. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,900 miles per year. Between the August 2022 test at 112,271 miles and the August 2025 test at 131,094 miles, the car covered roughly 19,000 miles. This regular rate of use indicates the vehicle has been driven consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which generally benefits the health of seals, gaskets, and braking components by preventing corrosion-related seizing. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension during a physical viewing. Given the recorded coil spring failure in 2025, it is necessary to check the remaining springs for signs of stress, heavy corrosion, or fatigue. Because the vehicle has surpassed the 130,000-mile mark, attention should also be paid to the control arm bushings and shock absorber mounts, as these components often show significant degradation at this mileage. The lack of recorded advisories in the previous three years suggests the structural integrity has remained in good condition, but high-mileage cars always warrant a check for underbody rust and fluid leaks.