2014 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · AE64 VRU

The 2014 Skoda Fabia presents a stable and exemplary maintenance trend, passing its most recent MOT on 9 September 2025 at 60,142 miles with zero defects, making the current certificate ten months old. This flawless record across the last five consecutive annual tests indicates a vehicle that has remained free of mechanical or structural deterioration. The absence of advisories or failures suggests the previous owner addressed wear items proactively before they reached a dangerous threshold. The mileage accumulation aligns precisely with a low-usage profile, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between the September 2021 test at 43,380 miles and the September 2025 test at 60,142 miles, the odometer advanced by just 16,762 miles over four years. The annual increments remain highly consistent, ranging from 3,800 to 4,700 miles per annum, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps in the record. Such low annual mileage typically spares the drivetrain and braking components from heavy wear, though prolonged stationary periods can introduce age-related issues. Despite the pristine MOT history, a physical inspection must focus on age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear. A twelve-year-old vehicle accumulating only 5,000 miles annually will suffer from perished rubber suspension bushes, deteriorated brake hoses, and surface corrosion on brake discs and exhaust components caused by short journeys and standing time. Inspect the structural integrity of the underbody and subframes for corrosion, paying close attention to the condition of the coil springs and shock absorber seals. Verify the condition of the tyres, as low mileage often means the original rubber remains in service well beyond its safe lifespan due to sidewall cracking and tread degradation.