2020 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · DA70 LUW

The vehicle presents a positive roadworthiness profile with a stable and improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 6 October 2025 at 35,098 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This clean sheet suggests the car is currently meeting all minimum safety and environmental standards without immediate remedial requirements. The mileage pattern remains low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,850 miles per annum. Between October 2023 at 17,799 miles and September 2024 at 27,185 miles, the car covered 9,386 miles, which represents a slight spike compared to the annual average but remains well within typical limits that prevent premature drivetrain wear. However, low-mileage can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components and brake surface corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition based on the advisories from the September 2024 test. The tester previously flagged pitted and scored rear brake discs alongside perishing rubber on both nearside and offside rear tyres. While the 2025 pass suggests these were replaced, a visual check should verify that the discs are not developing immediate surface rust and that the tyres show no signs of sidewall cracking from age-related hardening. Checking the suspension bushes for cracks is also advisable to ensure the low mileage has not masked the dry rot of rubber components over time.