2009 Skoda Fabia 1 TDI 80 1.4L Diesel · AG09 AXO

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently questionable following a failure in the most recent test on 19 January 2025 at 127,160 miles. While the vehicle maintained a clean record for several years, the recent failure without recorded defects suggests a specific mechanical or emissions issue requires immediate attention. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the car moved from a clean pass to a failure after a long period of meeting standards. The mileage history shows a consistent usage pattern, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year which aligns with typical requirements for a seventeen-year-old diesel. Between October 2021 at 114,209 miles and October 2022 at 117,350 miles, the car covered only 3,141 miles, indicating a period of low use. However, the mileage increased significantly in later years, covering 5,508 miles between the dual tests in December 2023 and another 4,302 miles leading to the January 2025 failure. A buyer must prioritize investigating the specific cause of the January 2025 failure, as the lack of recorded defects in the log often indicates a failure related to emissions or a component component that was not immediately visible. Given the age and mileage of this Skoda, a physical inspection should also focus on structural corrosion on the sills and rear subframe, which are common on this generation of Fabia. Check the state of the suspension bushes and the condition of the brake discs, as these components typically decline after exceeding 120,000 miles.