2017 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FP17 PCO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in June 2025 at 73,757 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. That failure highlighted significant mechanical neglect, including an excessively worn offside suspension arm bush and a seriously weakened offside rear brake disc. The fact that these items were addressed immediately after the failure suggests the owner only repairs critical faults when forced by the legal testing process rather than performing routine inspections between tests. At 73,757 miles over nine years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,200 miles per year, which aligns closely with typical national averages for a small hatchback. The record shows consistent mileage progression, with roughly 5,700 miles driven between July 2024 and June 2025, and approximately 8,700 miles in the preceding year. This steady usage pattern suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, though the recurring advisories indicate that components are reaching the end of their service life cycles. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the suspension and braking system, as the history shows recurring issues with inner-edge tyre wear and thinning brake pads. The tester noted front tyres worn on inner edges in 2022 and continued tyre issues thereafter, which often points to incorrect wheel alignment or worn ball joints. The recent offside rear brake disc failure in 2025 is a serious concern that requires verification that the replacement was completed correctly with high-quality parts. Additionally, the persistent deterioration of the rear registration plate and frequent TPMS light warnings across multiple years suggest a lack of attention to minor but essential safety-related items.