2020 SKODA FABIA1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected brake component care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 48,779 miles passed despite an advisory on the front brake discs being pitted and scored. This specific fault has appeared in every annual MOT record since 2023, indicating that the owner has consistently opted to leave worn components until they reached the legal limit of acceptability rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,130 miles per year. Between March 2023 (18,669 miles) and March 2025 (33,616 miles), the car covered 14,947 miles, which aligns with typical usage profiles. This steady accumulation suggests the car is not subjected to extreme stress, though the recurring corrosion on the brake discs may imply the vehicle sits stationary for long periods or is driven in an environment that accelerates surface oxidation. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the braking system, as the repeated pitting and scoring across all four corners over the last three years suggest the metallurgy of the discs is failing or that the calipers are not releasing properly. The inspector should check for uneven pad wear and ensure the rear brake pistons are not seized due to surface rust. Additionally, the 2025 failure regarding incorrect headlamp aim and ineffective wiper wipers indicates that while minor items are eventually rectified, the owner tends to address maintenance issues only when prompted by the tester's specific defects.