2019 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · CX69 ODH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT result indicates a shift toward reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While the car passed its August 2025 test at 23,202 miles, the tester flagged several attention requiring items that were absent in previous years. The presence of front brake discs that are pitted or scored, alongside a nearside front tyre reaching the legal limit and both front tyres per, suggests that basic consumable upkeep has been neglected despite the low overall mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,315 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 10,283 miles and the 2025 test at 23,202 miles, the car covered 12,919 miles. This low-use pattern explains the lack of mechanical failures in earlier years but also correlates with the perished rubber noted in the latest inspection, as rubber components and brake surfaces often degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than tread wear. A buyer should inspect the front braking system in person to ensure the pitted discs have been replaced, as surface corrosion affects braking performance and can cause noise. The report of perished front tyres necessitates a full check of all sidewalls for cracking, as age-related structural failure occurs regardless of tread depth. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also specifically check for seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes, which are common issues on vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.