2021 Skoda Kodiaq SE Drive TSI 1.5L Petrol · YC21 VRO

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition, achieving a clean pass in its most recent inspection in March 2026 at 21,976 miles. This represents an improving maintenance trend, as the mechanical concerns identified in the previous year have been addressed. The absence of any defects in the latest test suggests that the owner has responded proactively to the advisories raised by the DVSA tester. The mileage profile is consistently low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per annum. Between the March 2024 test at 12,859 miles and the March 2025 test at 16,826 miles, the car covered only 3,967 miles. While low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the engine and suspension, the infrequent usage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the tyres during a physical inspection. The March 2025 test flagged all four tyres for cracking and perishing, which is a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles sitting idle over time. While these were likely replaced before the 2026 test, the buyer should verify the manufacture date of the current tyres and check for sidewall cracking to ensure the rubber has not perished. The brake system also warrants scrutiny following the reported pitting and scoring on the rear brake discs in 2025. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent test without issue, a physical inspection should check for uneven pad wear or sticking calipers that can result from low use. Given the overall lack of structural corrosion or mechanical failures in the record, the vehicle appears to be well-maintained or has simply suffered from age-related component degradation rather than heavy wear-and-tear.