2014 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FN64 WMW

The 2014 Skoda Fabia presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass on 26 September 2025 at 65,544 miles with zero defects recorded. The maintenance pattern shows consistent annual testing, though the vehicle failed its pre-MOT inspection on 20 September 2025 before passing six days later. Curiously, both the 2024 and 2025 failures list no specific defects, suggesting administrative rejections or minor rectifications not captured in the DVSA data. The current roadworthiness status is sound based on the latest certificate, though the MOT expires in roughly two months. The mileage accumulation aligns perfectly with light, routine use. Between the September 2023 test at 51,853 miles and the September 2024 test at 58,733 miles, the car covered 6,880 miles. The subsequent year saw an almost identical accumulation of 6,811 miles, reaching 65,544 miles by September 2025. This consistent annual mileage of roughly 6,800 miles indicates steady, short-journey usage rather than long periods of dormancy. However, the recorded mileage has remained static at 65,544 miles since the last September test, implying the vehicle may have been standing idle for the past ten months. Despite the absence of recorded mechanical faults, a prolonged stationary period demands a thorough physical inspection. Buyers should scrutinize the tyres for flat-spotting and sidewall perishing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rubber degradation rather than tread wear. Brake discs must be checked for surface corrosion, which binds calipers and reduces braking efficiency after sitting unused. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for deterioration, as infrequent use does not prevent rubber perishing or metal fatigue. The exhaust system requires a close look for internal condensation corrosion, a common issue with short-trip vehicles that never reach optimal operating temperature. A pre-purchase inspection should verify the structural integrity of the underbody and sills, ensuring that a decade of light use has not allowed hidden moisture to compromise the chassis.