2009 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · AF59 YUE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improving maintenance standards. While the most recent test conducted in October 2023 at 183,328 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories, the history shows a period of neglect in 2020. This suggests that the current or previous owner addressed identified mechanical issues and subsequently maintained a clean record for over three consecutive years. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per annum. Between September 2021 and October 2023, the car covered 25,419 miles, indicating regular annual use rather than long periods of standing. The gap of 14,385 miles recorded between the 2022 and 2023 tests shows a steady pattern of operation which generally helps prevent internal components like seals and brake lines from perishing to the corrosion associated with long-term inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, given the rear service brake binding recorded in September 2020 at 146,999 miles. Although this was resolved, high-mileage vehicles often suffer from seized calipers or worn slider pins. The inspection should also verify the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension components for corrosion, as the 183,000-mile mark puts significant stress on rubber bushes and mounting hardware despite the clean recent MOT history.