2014 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · WV14 AAJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of deferred reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 59,898 miles identified wear on both front upper Macpherson strut pins and bushes alongside a failing nearside tyre. While the car passed, these advisories following previous tyre-related failures suggest that components are only addressed once they approach the point of failure or legal limit. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between March 2022 at 38,495 miles and November 2024 at 48,145 miles, where the car covered relatively little ground over two years. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the recurring reports of perished and stepped tyres across the years 2021, 2022, and 2025. A buyer should focus their inspection on the braking system, as pitted and scored front discs have been a recurring issue since 2019. The 2022 record also noted a non-excessive oil leak, which requires monitoring to ensure it does not escalate. Given the recent advisories regarding wear on the front strut mounts and bushes, a physical check for lateral play in the front suspension is necessary to prevent further accelerated wear on the steering components and tyres.