2018 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · HV18 LLD

This 2018 Skoda Fabia passed its most recent MOT on 22 May 2026 with 48,484 miles recorded. The vehicle is roughly eight years old with an average mileage of about 6,060 miles per year, which is typical for its age and suggests moderate use rather than high-mileage stress or prolonged standing. The main concern visible in the MOT record is a progressive deterioration of the offside front outer CV boot. In May 2024 it was noted as split but not allowing dirt ingress. By May 2025 the same fault persisted and was cited as a reason for the initial test failure that month, though the vehicle passed on retest. At the most recent test in May 2026 the boot was recorded as slightly deteriorated. This suggests the fault has not worsened dramatically over two years, but it remains unresolved and represents a real risk. If the boot tears further, moisture and dirt will enter the joint, leading to rapid CV joint wear and potentially expensive replacement. A second serious issue emerged in May 2024. The nearside and offside front lower wishbone rear compliance bushes were noted as starting to unbond.