2012 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · AV12 JEO

The most recent test on 3 March 2026 at 45,303 miles passed cleanly with zero defects. That result, combined with the 15 March 2024 pass at 41,447 miles also recording no faults, indicates the vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently stable. The maintenance trend over the last two years is clearly improving, as the suspension wear and front brake disc issues noted in earlier tests appear to have been addressed rather than left to deteriorate. The mileage profile is unusually low for a 2012 Fabia, averaging just over 3,200 miles per year. Between the March 2023 test at 39,231 miles and the March 2024 test at 41,447 miles, only 2,216 miles were covered. The jump from 41,447 miles in March 2024 to 45,303 miles in March 2026 represents 3,856 miles across two years, which is still modest but suggests slightly more regular use recently. The record is complete with no gaps in annual testing, so there is no evidence of long periods off the road or missing history. Buyers should still inspect the front suspension wishbone rear bushes carefully. The March 2025 test at 43,499 miles flagged worn bushes on both sides, a defect that often recurs on this platform if only the bush is replaced rather than the complete arm assembly. Check for uneven tyre wear and any play in the wishbone by jacking the front corners. The March 2023 failure recorded significantly worn front brake discs alongside both rear tyres worn to the legal limit. Although the subsequent tests passed, verify the current disc thickness and condition, particularly for lipping and heat cracking, and confirm the rear tyres are wearing evenly with no edge scalloping. Given the low annual mileage, also inspect the underside for surface corrosion on brake lines, subframe mounting points, and exhaust hangers, as short-trip use accelerates moisture-related rust even on lightly used cars.