2009 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · GF59 UNU

The vehicle's MOT record demonstrates a clear deterioration in roadworthiness, with the most recent inspection on 2026-02-09 failing to meet safety standards. This indicates a significant decline in mechanical condition since the 2025-02-08 test, which passed at 121,613 miles, and the 2025-01-27 test, which failed at 121,489 miles. The gap between these two dates suggests that while the vehicle may have maintained general drivetrain health, critical components such as suspension and braking systems are deteriorating rapidly. The mileage accumulation is substantial, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle's age of 17 years. However, this high mileage is not uniform; it correlates strongly with the recurring faults recorded in 2025, where the 2025-01-27 test flagged multiple structural issues including excessive play in ball joints, worn suspension arms, and failed stop lamps. The fact that the 2026-02-09 test passed at 125,789 miles despite these persistent failures implies that the vehicle has not been adequately serviced or maintained since the 2025-01-27 incident, allowing wear on the drivetrain and suspension to accumulate. In conclusion, the vehicle is currently unsafe for driving due to the presence of multiple structural and mechanical faults that have not been corrected, including excessive ball joint play, worn suspension bushings, and non-functioning stop lamps. A buyer must inspect the vehicle for the binding rear brakes, binding front brakes, and excessive play in suspension components to determine if the mechanical risks are stable, worsening, or resolving. Given the rapid mileage accumulation since the 2025-01-27 test, the vehicle is likely to require immediate and extensive mechanical work to restore its roadworthiness.