2016 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FN16 ADV

The 2016 Skoda Fabia presents a clean roadworthiness profile with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent DVSA test on 27 February 2026 at 81,645 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. Every annual examination from the 22 October 2021 test at 59,919 miles through to February 2026 resulted in a straight pass, showing no worsening mechanical condition or recurring advisory items. The vehicle's statutory test history indicates consistent compliance with UK roadworthiness standards over the past five years. Mileage accumulation aligns with typical use for a ten-year-old car. The odometer advanced from 59,919 miles at the October 2021 test to 66,096 miles by December 2022, then 70,798 miles in December 2023, 77,612 miles in January 2025, and 81,645 miles in February 2026. This equates to roughly 4,300 miles per year across the record, below the approximate 8,164 miles per annum suggested by total age. Slightly elongated test intervals between 2023 and 2025 show no rapid accumulation or suspicious gaps. The sparse yet unblemished record offers little evidence of neglected upkeep. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the Fabia's age and 81,645 miles of service. MOT passes with zero advisories do not guarantee absence of developing corrosion on structural members or worn steering joints that escape detection between tests. Examine the exhaust system for internal degradation and verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, as these consumables fall outside the historical record's scope. The absence of any failure or advisory across five tests suggests previous keepers maintained the car to a baseline standard. Low annual mileage may indicate periods of limited use that can accelerate rubber perishing and promote binding calipers, so a pre-purchase check of handbrake operation and underbody rust is prudent.