2016 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · KW16 TYZ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 2 July 2025 at 122,118 miles, indicating a stable roadworthiness status. While the record shows a clean pass, the immediate preceding failure on 21 June 2025 suggests a potential administrative or minor technical oversight that was rectified within eleven days. The absence of recorded advisories across the last three years of testing implies that the vehicle has maintained a consistent standard of upkeep, though the lack of detailed tester notes makes it difficult to verify if underlying wear was simply ignored or genuinely absent. Accumulating 122,118 miles over a ten-year period places this Skoda Fabia well above the average annual usage for a vehicle of this class. The mileage progression remains steady, with approximately 16,000 miles added between June 2023 and June 2024, followed by an additional 18,000 miles leading up to the July 2025 test. This high-mileage profile suggests the car has spent significant time in motorway or dual-carriageway environments, which typically places less stress on the clutch and gearbox compared to urban stop-start driving, yet increases the exposure of the chassis and drivetrain to sustained mechanical fatigue. Prospective buyers should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension components, specifically the front wishbone bushes and drop links, as these are common failure points on this platform that may not always be flagged during a basic MOT. Given the high mileage, listen closely for any whining from the wheel bearings or signs of oil seepage around the turbocharger and intercooler pipework. Check the brake discs for excessive lipping or scoring, as the clean MOT history does not guarantee that these consumable items are within their optimal operational thickness. Prioritize a cold-start assessment to monitor for any timing chain rattle or irregular engine idle, as these are critical areas that often precede more significant mechanical intervention on high-mileage engines.