2014 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · CE14 OFC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a recent successful MOT on 7 April 2026 at 114,103 miles. This pass follows a failure just two weeks prior on 24 March 2026, where the tester identified worn offside front suspension arm bushes and perished anti-roll bar linkage dust covers. The rapid turnaround between the failure and the subsequent pass suggests the owner addressed these specific mechanical defects promptly. While the recent history shows some volatility in passing tests, the vehicle is currently compliant with minimum legal standards. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with a notable increase in distance covered between the 2020 test at 76,157 miles and the 2021 test at 82,369 miles, followed by a more gradual climb to the current 114,103 miles. There are no significant periods of long-term inactivity evident in the data, which typically helps prevent excessive rubber degradation or fluid stagnation, though the 2025 advisory regarding cracking rear tyres indicates that age-related perishing is a factor for this car. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension assembly. The MOT history shows a recurring trend of suspension arm bush deterioration, with failures or advisories noted in 2018, 2019, and most recently in March 2026. Although the most recent test passed, the frequency of these faults suggests the suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. Checking for play in the ball joints and the condition of the various rubber bushes is essential. The brake system also requires scrutiny. The 2019 failure for thin brake pads and insufficient parking brake travel indicates that maintenance on consumables has been reactive rather than preventative in the past. While the 2026 record is clean, the buyer should verify the thickness of the pads and the effectiveness of the handbrake. Finally, the 2024 failure involving an inoperative engine MIL and emissions issues suggests that the electronic management and exhaust systems should be checked for any lingering sensor faults or intermittent warning lights.