2002 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · EO02 AGU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistently clean MOT history over the last five years. The most recent test conducted in January 2022 at 122,632 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This sustained streak of clean passes suggests that the previous owner maintained the vehicle to a high standard and avoided the common mechanical failures or structural degradation typically seen in cars of this age. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 2002 Fabia, averaging approximately 5,110 miles per year. Between February 2018 and January 2022, the car covered only 4,380 miles, indicating very light use or long periods where the vehicle remained stationary. This low level of annual usage often implies less wear on the drivetrain, engine components, and brake systems. However, the significant gap since the last recorded MOT in January 2022 means the vehicle's current roadworthiness is unverified and may have deteriorated over the past four years. A prospective buyer should focus their inspection on the risks associated with low-mileage, high-age vehicles. While the record shows no history of advisories, a physical assessment must check for perished rubber components, cracked suspension bushes, and degraded coolant hoses that occur from age rather than distance. Particular attention should be paid to structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as rust can develop steadily even with low mileage. Given the last test is over four years old, a fresh inspection is mandatory to identify any new binding calipers or fluid leaks.