2008 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · GL08 DFE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent inspection without any defects. The test on 13 January 2025 at 144,181 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded failures or advisories, indicating that the mechanical and safety components met standards at that time. While the history shows initial failures in both 2024 and 2025, the owner has successfully rectified the necessary issues to achieve subsequent passes. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. With 144,181 miles recorded, the car has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year over its 18-year lifespan. The data shows a steady accumulation of mileage between the January 2023 test at 113,435 miles and the January 2024 test at 125,490 miles, representing roughly 12,000 miles in that period. This regularity suggests a consistent usage cycle rather than long periods of stationary neglect, which often leads to seal failure or internal corrosion in older engines. Despite the lack of recorded advisories in the latest entries, a buyer must remain vigilant regarding the age-related wear common to high-mileage Skoda models. Physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis particularly sills and rear subframe, which are common areas for corrosion on this generation. Given the mileage, the condition of the suspension control arm bushes and dampers should be checked for signs of per or leaking. You should also verify the brake system for binding calipers or thin discs, as the MOT only tests for functionality rather than the gradual wear of these components.