2010 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · CP10 CZL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on July 11, 2025, at 92,903 miles. However, the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. The car failed just two days prior to that pass with multiple critical safety defects, including exposed tyre cords, worn brakes, and suspension failures. While the most recent test indicates these specific issues were rectified, the trend shows that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced to by an MOT failure. At 92,903 miles over 16 years, this Fabia has clocked relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap of 7,324 miles between June 2023 and June 2024, followed by another 7,625 miles by July 2025. While low mileage often suggests less drivetrain wear, it can also lead to rubber-based components degrading due to age and inactivity, which is consistent with the worn suspension arm bushes and ball joints noted in the records. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension closely, as the record repeatedly flags worn suspension arm bushes and track rod end ball joints. The 2025 failure for excessive play in the nearside front track rod end suggests the steering components are nearing their end life. The parking brake is another recurring concern, having shown low efficiency in both 2024 and 2025; the mechanism should be inspected for seized adjust or stretched cables that require immediate attention. Given the previous failure for exposed tyre cords, the current age and condition of the tyres must be verified to ensure they are not merely cheap replacements.