2008 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · AM08 NKP

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status following a clean pass on October 8, 2024, which recorded no defects. The overall maintenance trend shows a shift from recurring failures to a stable state. While the car failed its tests in both 2021 and 2022, the two most recent inspections passed without advisories, suggesting that the mechanical or safety issues identified in previous years were addressed to bring the vehicle up to roadworthiness standards. At a recorded mileage of 146,718 miles, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,151 miles per year over its eighteen years. This aligns with typical usage patterns for a car of this age. There is a significant gap in the data between the December 2022 test and the October 2024 test, representing nearly two years without a formal inspection. However, the lack of specific mileage figures for the earlier tests makes it difficult to determine the exact rate of wear on the drivetrain or suspension components during that twenty-month period. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the suspension components and braking system, as the previous failures in 2021 and 2022 indicate that these areas have required intervention in the past. Given the age and mileage of the Fabia, checking for structural corrosion on the sills and sub mounting points is essential. Although the most recent record is clean, the high mileage necessitates examining the rubber bushings and the condition of brake discs to ensure that the issues which caused previous failures are not beginning to resurface. Buying score: 68 Risk level: Low.