2002 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · CW02 ACJ

The vehicle holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. In the most recent test in February 2026 at 56,819 miles, the car passed only four days after failing due to a non-functional stop lamp and multiple tyre defects. The recurring presence of worn offside front anti-roll bar bushes and tyres across several years suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten test compliance rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 24 years old, the recorded 56,819 miles is exceptionally low, averaging just over 2,300 miles per year. The data shows steady but infrequent usage, with 4,525 miles covered between January 2024 and February 2025, and another 6,448 miles covered in the following twelve months. This low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion, which is evidenced by the persistent pitting on brake discs and the oil misting shock absorber noted in 2024. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the anti-roll bar assembly has been a point of failure since 2025. The repeated reports of tyres reaching the legal limit or showing bald edges—specifically a critical 1.6mm reading once—indicate potential alignment issues or simple neglect of replacement cycles. Given the history of pitted and scored brake discs, the braking system should be checked for caliper caliper performance. Because of the vehicle's age and low mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe is essential, as the records do not explicitly clear structural integrity.