2005 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FN05 YVC

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently unfavourable , as evidenced by the single failed MOT test on 2026-03-13 recorded at 123,641 miles. This failure represents a significant inconsistency with the previous three consecutive passes in 2025, 2024, and 2023, indicating that the vehicle has not met the safety standards required for the current year. The most recent testing failure occurred in March 2026, which is only two months after the initial failed date, suggesting a rapid deterioration in mechanical condition or a failure to maintain the required inspection frequency. The mileage trend indicates that the vehicle experienced rapid accumulation of wear during the test period, particularly in the first year of service. The test dates show a gap between March 2026 and March 2025, with the 2025 test occurring at 123,096 miles, while the 2026 test was recorded at 123,641 miles. This gap of approximately 547 miles between the two most recent tests suggests that the vehicle was not maintained at the same frequency as the previous three years, potentially leading to accelerated degradation of components like the suspension or drivetrain. The fact that the mileage increased from 119,456 miles in March 2024 to 123,641 miles in March 2026 implies that the vehicle has been driven for over two years, which is a significant increase in the risk of mechanical failure compared to a vehicle with lower mileage. Given the history of two failures in the same year (March 2026 and March 2025) and the subsequent passing in March 2025, the vehicle exhibits a worsening trend in its mechanical condition. The lack of defects in the 2025 and 2024 tests, despite the vehicle having been in service for over two years, suggests that the primary issue may have been intermittent wear rather than a complete failure. However, the specific failure in March 2026, combined with the rapid mileage increase, points to a structural or critical component issue that requires immediate attention. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for binding rear brakes, brake discs, and suspension bushings, as these components are the most likely candidates for failure given the history of two failures in the same year.