2005 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · AE05 WHK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 108,641 miles passed with no defects, suggesting that the mechanical issues identified in previous years were addressed. However, the period between 2023 and 2025 showed a significant decline in standards, with multiple failures involving braking, suspension, and lighting that indicate the owner only performed repairs when necessitated by an inspection failure. At 108,641 miles, this 21-year-old Skoda shows low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,173 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the recurring reports of perishing tyres seen between 2023 and 2024. The gap between August 2022 and August 2024 saw the car cover over 10,000 miles yet suffer a cluster of mechanical failures including brake binding, insufficient pedal travel, and parking brake inefficiency. A buyer should closely inspect the suspension and braking systems, as the record flags a fractured offside front coil spring in August 2025 and binding front calipers in August 2024. The previous failure regarding insufficient brake pedal travel and parking brake adjustment suggests the hydraulic system or mechanical cables may be nearing the end of their life. Additionally, the consistent history of tyres wearing on the edges or perishing across multiple years warrants a check for underlying wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that could be causing uneven wear.