2019 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · GD68 NLA

This Skoda Fabia has a generally positive MOT history, showing consistent maintenance over its seven-year life. With 60,933 miles recorded, the vehicle has covered a typical annual distance, suggesting it has been used regularly rather than sitting idle or being subjected to extreme high-mileage motorway commutes. The vehicle’s condition trend appears stable, though there is a slight decline in the most recent inspection. After three consecutive years of clean MOT passes, the 2026 test identified the first mechanical advisories since 2022. The presence of oil misting on both front shock absorbers indicates the beginning of seal degradation, which is a common wear-and-tear issue at this mileage. While not an immediate failure, these components will eventually require replacement to maintain handling and ride quality. The 2022 history showed premature tyre wear, which can sometimes point to alignment issues or aggressive driving, but the subsequent three years of clean passes suggest this was likely a one-off maintenance oversight rather than a chronic suspension fault. The nail found in the offside rear tyre during the latest MOT is a common road hazard and does not reflect the vehicle's mechanical health, though it confirms that the tyre needs immediate inspection or replacement. Given the current advisories, your primary focus when inspecting the car should be the front suspension. Check for any signs of knocking noises during a test drive, particularly over uneven road surfaces, and look for visible fluid leaks around the shock absorber struts.