2004 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · VU54 AGX

In the May 2026 test at 127,151 miles the vehicle passed, yet the examiner flagged tyre wear at the legal limit on both front and rear tyres, corrosion of the rear sub‑frame and worn suspension arm pins/bushes. The preceding records show a pattern of failures being corrected—most notably the 24 May 2025 failure for headlamp aim and brake wear followed by a pass on the same day—while similar wear items recur. The overall maintenance trend is therefore stable, with wear‑related advisories persisting but no new structural defects emerging. Mileage accumulation has been modest for a 22‑year‑old car. Between 2013 and 2016 the vehicle logged roughly 30,000 miles, then remained at 94,308 miles through July 2022, indicating a long period of low usage or storage. Annual tests resumed in 2022, and mileage rose to 111,082 miles by October 2024, then to 121,557 miles in May 2025 and finally to 127,151 miles in May 2026. The average of about 5,800 miles per year is well below typical fleet wear rates, suggesting the chassis, drivetrain and high‑stress components have seen limited service. A buyer should inspect the tyre tread depth, as both front and rear tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit in 2026. Suspension condition demands close attention: the rear sub‑frame shows corrosion, and front suspension arm pins/bushes were reported worn in 2025 and 2026. Brake system health is critical; rear pads were thin in 2025, front discs showed pitting, and occasional binding of the service brakes was recorded in 2024 and 2025. Steering and handling components need verification: track‑rod end play appeared in 2025, anti‑roll bar linkage wear was flagged in 2024, and CV boots were severely deteriorated in 2022 and 2024. Headlamp aim has been high on multiple tests, and emission equipment is listed as missing or modified (EGR valve, catalytic system) in 2024. A thorough check of these areas will reveal the true condition beyond the passed MOT. Structural integrity remains largely intact; the rear sub‑frame corrosion is noted but not seriously weakened, and no chassis cracks or major rust penetration are recorded. The low cumulative mileage implies the frame and drivetrain have experienced minimal fatigue, yet the repeated suspension and brake wear advisories indicate that routine maintenance will be required to keep the car reliable. In summary, the vehicle meets minimum roadworthiness standards but demands a detailed pre‑purchase inspection of tyres, suspension, brakes, steering, and emission systems.