2008 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Petrol · GD08 GYB
2008 Skoda Fabia (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 139,119 miles. MOT expired on 05 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FABIA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18 Jun 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD08 GYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2023
- 139,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD08 GYB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Skoda Fabia (GD08 GYB) between October 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
GD08 GYB Mileage History
- 25/10/2021126,893 mi
- 25/10/2021126,893 mi
- 18/10/2022132,466 mi+5,573 mi
- 27/10/2023139,119 mi+6,653 mi
- 27/10/2023139,119 mi
Average of roughly 6,101 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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