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2013 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FW13 ABU

FW13 ABU

2013 Skoda Fabia (1.2L, petrol). First registered 10/07/2013. Recorded mileage 54,628 miles. MOT valid until 13/06/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.

Make & Model
SKODA FABIA
Year / Origin
2013 · Lincoln
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/06/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage
54,628 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/06/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/12/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
1197cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status despite minor inconsistencies in its recent testing history. The most recent inspection on 7 June 2025 at 50,909 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the failure noted earlier that same day was successfully rectified. Since June 2024, the car has maintained a clean record, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have met minimum safety standards over the last two years. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,916 miles per year. Between June 2023 and June 2024, the car covered 3,859 miles, while it covered 3,017 miles in the following year leading up to the latest test. This consistent, low-intensity usage pattern typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, such low mileage can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber-based components or fluids that are not captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection focusing on signs of dry rot on tyres and perished suspension bushes, which are common in cars driven sparingly. While the record shows no specific recurring mechanical faults, the two failures in 2023 and 2025 suggest that minor issues occasionally require attention to pass the test. Inspect the brake discs for corrosion and check the chassis for surface-level rust, as low-use vehicles often suffer from seized calipers due to inactivity.

FW13 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
  • 54,628 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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FW13 ABU Mileage History

  1. 07/06/202447,892 mi
  2. 07/06/202550,909 mi+3,017 mi
  3. 07/06/202550,909 mi
  4. 13/06/202654,628 mi+3,719 mi
  5. 15/06/202654,628 mi

Average of roughly 3,334 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FW13 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 01:08
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Skoda Fabia (FW13 ABU) between June 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 15 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.

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