2016 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · DF66 OEA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving trend in its mechanical presentation. The most recent test in August 2025 at 45,766 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that any previously identified concerns have been addressed or have not progressed into failure points. This clean result suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard following the minor issues noted previously. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,577 miles annually. There is a visible gap in usage between October 2022 and September 2023, where the car covered only 5,49 miles in nearly eleven months. However, recent usage has remained consistent, with roughly 1,000 miles recorded between each of the most recent annual tests. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can sometimes cause rubber-based components and seals to dry out over long periods of stationary time. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension assembly, specifically the shock absorber units. The September 2023 test at 44,297 miles flagged light oil misting on both the nearside and offside front dampers. While the subsequent tests passed without further comment, a buyer should verify that these seals have not developed into active leaks, which would indicate imminent need for replacement. Additionally, the 2021 advisory regarding uneven tyre wear on the nearside front suggests that past alignment issues may have existed, so the current tyre wear patterns should be checked to ensure no further premature scrubbing remains.