2012 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · DG12 VSL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 83,908 miles identified minor wear on the front inner suspension arm bushes and light misting on the nearside rear shock absorber, these issues follow a period of mechanical neglect. The failure in 2025 due to a severely deteriorated CV boot and a binding offside rear brake suggests that significant faults were only addressed once they reached a failure threshold. At 14 years old, the recorded 83,908 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the records, with only 5,128 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests and another 3,377 miles in the final year-long interval. However, low mileage on older vehicles often correlates with degradation of rubber components, evidenced by the 2024 advisory noting all four tyres showed signs of age cracking despite potentially sufficient tread depth. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the recorded wear on the inner arm bushes in 2026 often leads to uneven tyre wear and steering instability. The offside rear brake assembly requires a physical check to ensure the binding noted in 2025 has been fully rectified and has not caused excessive overheating. Furthermore, the handbrake mechanism has a history of high travel across the 2024 and 2025 records, indicating the cables or mechanism may be nearing the end of their effective life.