2014 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · HR14 ALV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of deferred wear-related repairs. In the most recent test in December 2025 at 113,508 miles, the car passed despite advisories for the offside rear tyre being near the legal limit and damage to the nearside rear outer. This follows a trend from early 2025 where the offside rear tyre showed inner wear, suggesting persistent alignment or geometry issues. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in testing history between January 2022 (80,267 miles) and December 2022 (89,280 miles), during which the car covered nearly 9,000 miles without an inspection. However, the usage has accelerated recently, with over 24,000 miles covered between the early 2024 and latest tests, which places standard stress on rubber components and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front-end suspension and steering. The January 2025 test flagged slight play in the offside front steering rack inner joint, while the December 2022 test noted a worn offside front suspension arm bush. These findings indicate that the steering components are nearing the end of their service life. Furthermore, the recurring uneven wear on multiple tyres across different years suggests the vehicle requires a professional wheel alignment to preventages replacement of new rubber.