2013 Skoda Fabia SE TSI 85 1.2L Petrol · FXZ 3545

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently good, but the MOT history reveals a clear trend of worsening reliability rather than stability. The most recent test on 2025-08-06 at 75,850 miles was passed without defects, indicating that the engine and transmission have been maintained up to date. However, the preceding record from 2024-08-09 at 62,426 miles was also passed, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained consistently through the summer and autumn of 2024. This creates a gap between the 2024 and 2025 test dates, which is a significant inconsistency in the data. The mileage accumulation rate is concerning given the vehicle's age of 13 years. The test on 2024-08-05 at 62,381 miles resulted in a failure, which is a critical red flag for a 13-year-old car. This failure occurred shortly after the 2024-08-09 test, creating a pattern where the vehicle was tested in a state of near-failure before the 2025-08-06 inspection. The gap between the two 2024 dates suggests that the owner may have been absent or the vehicle was not fully serviced during this period, leading to accelerated wear on critical components. Given the recurring failure at 62,381 miles, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to check for structural integrity issues such as corrosion on exhaust components or suspension bushings. The rapid mileage accumulation since the 2024-08-09 test indicates that the drivetrain has likely experienced severe damage, potentially involving binding brakes or worn-out suspension components. The vehicle's history shows that while the engine and transmission have been maintained, the braking and suspension systems have not been adequately checked, leaving the car at risk of sudden failure.