2016 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · FH66 PWF

The 2016 Skoda Fabia presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 28 January 2026 at 77,344 miles. The absence of any defects or advisories in the most recent test indicates the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. A minor anomaly appears in the 2025 record where a failure and a pass are logged on the same day at 60,545 miles, suggesting an initial defect was rectified and the car retested immediately, resulting in a clean bill of health. Overall, the trajectory shows a well-maintained vehicle with no lingering mechanical or structural issues flagged by DVSA testers. The recorded mileage aligns closely with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 7,700 miles per year, which is typical for a supermini of this vintage. The progression from 30,082 miles in January 2023 to 43,681 miles in January 2024 shows a jump of 13,599 miles over twelve months, indicating a period of heavier use or a return to regular commuting after potentially lighter use previously. Mileage accumulation then slowed significantly, adding 16,864 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, before plateauing entirely with zero miles recorded between the January 2025 and January 2026 tests. This recent stagnation suggests the vehicle may be standing for long periods or covering very short distances, a pattern that can cause its own mechanical issues despite the low annual mileage. While the MOT history is devoid of recurring faults or structural corrosion warnings, a buyer must inspect the physical condition of consumables and aging components that MOTs do not always capture. Given the recent zero-mileage interval, check the brake discs and calipers for surface corrosion caused by standing, and inspect the tyres for flat-spotting or perishing. The suspension bushes and coil springs require close examination for deterioration typical of a decade-old vehicle, even if they passed the recent structural checks. A thorough test drive will reveal whether the clutch, gearbox, and drivetrain operate smoothly, compensating for the lack of recent mechanical data on the record.