2008 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · EY58 UYL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of deferred repairs regarding mechanical components. While the most recent test in September 2024 at 103,070 miles resulted in a pass, the failure just one day prior indicates that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten the MOT certificate. The trend shows recurring issues with the front suspension and braking system that have persisted across multiple testing years, suggesting that components are being run until they reach failure rather than being replaced on a preventative schedule. At 18 years old, the recorded 103,070 miles represent a low annual annual average of approximately 5,700 miles. This low-intensity usage is consistent across the data, showing an increase of only 3,247 miles between September 2023 and 2024, and 3,838 miles prior. However, the low mileage has not prevented the natural degradation of rubber-based parts, as evidenced by the persistent deterioration of the drive shaft CV boots and suspension bushes noted in several consecutive records. A prospective buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the control arm pins and bushes have been flagged as worn since 2022 and remain an issue despite multiple tests. The front brake discs are consistently described as pitted and scored, and the 2024 failure for thin pads confirms that the braking system is operating at the limit of its tolerance. The persistent oil leak has appeared in every test since at least 2022, which requires a physical inspection to determine if the source is a minor seal weeping or a more significant engine-related leak. The ABS warning lamp recorded in the September 2024 failure should be verified to ensure it was properly cleared and the fault has not returned. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, the buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the underbody, which often affects older cars that may have sat for long periods. The vehicle appears to be a functional runner but one that relies on reactive rather than proactive care.