2008 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · CK58 CZW

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a trend of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 124,329 miles, this followed a significant failure that identified critical safety defects including a major exhaust leak, failed emissions, and dangerously thin brake pads. The recurring nature of steering rack inner joint play and shock absorber leaks across multiple years suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure rather than during routine servicing. At approximately 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 124,329 miles averages out to roughly 6,900 miles per year. This figure is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, yet the data shows this mileage has not prevented mechanical degradation. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the car covered 6,222 miles, during which time the braking system deteriorated from an advisory to a test failure due to worn pads and pitted discs. This 패턴 indicates that the vehicle is suffering from age-relatedincor and artwork wear despite the relatively low distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the steering Consistency inner joints have been flagged for play in two consecutive years. The braking system requires close scrutiny; the history shows a pattern of low parking brake efficiency, insufficient lever travel, and binding calipers, which suggests the hydraulic system or cables may be failing. Furthermore, the offside rear shock absorber has been misting oil since at least 2024, indicating a seal failure nearing total collapse. The recent major exhaust leak and high emissions reading in September 2025 point to a potential lambda sensor or exhaust manifold issue that should be verified to ensure the engine is operating efficiently.