2012 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · AV62 FSE

This Škoda Fabia has maintained a consistent MOT pass record across five consecutive tests, with the most recent inspection on 24 September 2025 at 63,242 miles confirming no defects. The absence of advisories or failings over this period suggests the vehicle has been subjected to regular, if not rigorous, maintenance, though the lack of recorded faults does not preclude hidden wear. The most recent test’s clean bill of health is only 10 months old, placing it within the DVSA’s recommended 12-month interval for cars under three years old—though technically, this Fabia is now four years past its first MOT. The stability of the record implies no obvious recurring issues, but the buyer should treat this as a baseline rather than a guarantee of current condition. The mileage progression of 4,517 miles per year is unusually low for a car of this age, averaging just over 377 miles monthly. Between 2021 and 2022, the vehicle covered 10,591 miles in a single year, a spike that could indicate either seasonal use or a period of higher activity before settling into lighter usage. The consistency of the MOT intervals—always within a day of the previous year’s test—suggests the car has not been left unused for extended periods, which could otherwise accelerate wear on fluids, seals, and suspension components. However, low mileage does not eliminate the need for scrutiny of high-wear items like brakes, tyres, and suspension, as these degrade over time regardless of distance travelled. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity and brake condition. The absence of advisories does not confirm the absence of worn suspension bushes, coil springs, or dampers—components that often fail silently and are not routinely tested in MOTs. Binding calipers or uneven brake pad wear could also emerge, particularly if the vehicle has been subjected to sudden braking loads despite low mileage. Corrosion is another critical factor; the underbody, wheel arches, and subframe should be examined for pitting or structural weakening, especially given the car’s age. Tyre tread depth, while not flagged in past tests, warrants immediate verification, as failing twice on this metric in other vehicles often points to neglect rather than mechanical failure. Finally, the exhaust system should be checked for leaks or excessive rust, as catalytic converter failures are not always detectable during an MOT unless they cause a fail-safe mode or excessive emissions.