2011 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · FV11 YRK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT test in January 2026 at 107,629 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test passed without defects, the previous failure in July 2025 revealed significant mechanical issues, including a fractured offside front coil spring, imbalanced rear brakes, and a leaking nearside rear brake valve. These faults suggest that the owner only addresses mechanical components once they reach a point of failure during official inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,175 miles per year. There was a notable period of low usage between 2014 and 2016, where the car covered only 13,619 miles in two years. Since 2021, the usage rate increased significantly, with over 34,000 miles covered in the last five years. This increase in mileage correlates with the higher frequency of wear-related failures, particularly regarding the braking system and tyres noted in the later test records. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record shows a recurring issue with front brake discs becoming pitted and scored, appearing in almost every test since 2018. Given the 2025 failure of the coil spring and the 2017 advisory regarding the anti-roll bar ball joint, the inspector must check for perished rubber bushes and excessive play in the suspension components. The history of perishing tyres and uneven wear in 2023 also necessitates a thorough check of the current tyre condition, as the vehicle has a history of running tyres to the legal limit before replacement.