2021 Skoda Fabia SE Drive TSI 1.0L Petrol · EX21 LME

The 2021 Skoda Fabia SE Drive TSI presents a stable and highly favourable maintenance trend, evidenced by consecutive clean MOT passes. The most recent examination on 11 June 2025 at 25,975 miles recorded zero defects and zero advisories, confirming the vehicle met all structural and mechanical safety standards at that point. A clean pass with no flagged wear items indicates the previous owner maintained the car adequately, keeping consumables and critical components within legal tolerances right up to the test date. The mileage profile reveals a distinct shift in usage patterns over the vehicle's five-year lifespan. Between its first recorded test on 5 June 2024 at 15,616 miles and the subsequent test exactly one year later, the odometer advanced by 10,359 miles. This annual accumulation is notably higher than the approximate 5,200 miles per year averaged during the preceding three years. Such a sudden increase suggests a change in ownership or driving habits, transitioning from very light use to a more typical annual mileage. Despite this jump, the recorded figure remains low for a five-year-old vehicle, and the MOT tester found no mechanical distress resulting from the change in usage. Because the official record contains no recurring faults or advisories, a buyer must rely on a physical inspection to verify the current condition, especially given the age and the recent spike in mileage. Examine the tyres closely for uneven wear or perishing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rubber degradation rather than tread wear. Inspect the brake discs and pads for corrosion, a common issue when cars stand idle for long periods before being driven hard. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and scrutinise the exhaust system and underbody for any fresh corrosion that might have developed since the June 2025 test. A short test drive will confirm the TSI engine and drivetrain operate smoothly without hesitation or unusual noises.