2016 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · BP66 EGX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward age-related component degradation. The most recent test in November 2025 at 27,251 miles introduced the first advisories in several years of clean records. While the car passed, the appearance of worn front suspension arm bushes and corroded rear brake discs indicates that rubber and metal components are beginning to perish due to time rather than high mechanical stress. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,725 miles per year. Between November 2021 and 2025, the car covered only 8,577 miles, suggesting a pattern of short-distance trips or long periods of inactivity. This low usage explains the lack of mechanical failures in earlier tests but often contributes to the surface corrosion seen on brake discs and the drying of suspension bushings, as these parts suffer more when not regularly exercised under load. A buyer should inspect the front suspension closely to ensure the worn arm bushes have not progressed to a point of excessive movement which affects steering handling. The rear brake discs were specifically noted as pitted and corroded in the 2025 test, so the buyer must verify if these have been replaced or if the calipers are seizing due to the surface rust. Given the low mileage, a physical check of the tyres for flat spotting or perished is also essential, as these are common issues for vehicles that sit for extended periods.