2007 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Petrol · HN57 KZX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT in October 2025 with 69,366 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a period of recurring suspension issues. While the car suffered from multiple advisories regarding front-end components in previous years, the lack of defects in the most recent test suggests that these identified mechanical concerns were likely addressed by the previous owner. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,366 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,650 miles per year. This low usage pattern often reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain but can increase the risk of age-related rubber degradation. The data shows consistent usage intervals between tests, such as the 1,403 miles driven between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests, indicating the vehicle is used regularly for short-distance trips rather than being left stationary for long periods. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the offside lower arm bushes and anti-roll bar ball joints, which were flagged in 2023 and 2024, have been replaced with high-quality parts. Recurring advisories on these components suggest a tendency for deferred maintenance until they reach a failure threshold. Additionally, given the 2022 advisory regarding pitted brake discs and perishing tyres, the rubber should be checked for sidewall cracking and surface corrosion, which are common in low-mileage older vehicles. The structural integrity of the chassis remains a primary area of focus, though the record does not indicate any corrosion-related failures to date. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, it is vital to verify that the brake lines have not perished and that the engine mount rubbers are not dry-rott. If the suspension repairs were indeed completed as the clean 2025 record suggests, the vehicle represents a well-maintained example of a low-use city car.