2012 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FR12 AMV

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status following a period of reactive maintenance. The most recent inspection conducted on 30 January 2026 at 85,868 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This trend towards a clean pass in the last three tests suggests the current ownership is proactive regarding safety-critical repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,133 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between February 2024 and January 2025, where the car covered 7,099 miles in a single year. Since then, the rate has slowed, with only 4,532 miles recorded over the last 17 months. This relatively low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can mean rubber components may degrade due to age rather than distance. A buyer should pay close attention to the failure on 19 February 2024 due to excessive wear on both the nearside and offside front suspension arm pins and bushes. While these were rectified for the subsequent retest, a physical inspection should check for any remaining play or cracking in the bushings to ensure the repair was comprehensive. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check is also required for structural corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points, as these are common failure points for this model that occur regardless of mileage.