2016 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · LB65 LVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing. In the most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 71,131 miles, the car failed due to a structural bulge in the nearside front tyre and critically thin rear brake pads. While it passed the immediate re-test, the recurrence of failures related to braking and tyre condition suggests that essential components are only addressed when they reach a legal failure point rather than during scheduled service intervals. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 21,233 miles in early 2019 to 71,131 miles in early 2026. This low annual mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain, however, the gaps between tests, such as the twelve-month interval between 2024 and 2025, can mask the degradation of rubber components like the misting offside front shock absorbers noted back in 2021. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension and braking system. The tester flagged thinning rear pads and worn front discs in both 2025 and 2026, indicating the braking system is nearing the end of its effective life. The history of uneven tyre wear on the offside front inner suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that remain unaddressed. Furthermore, the previous failure of the SRS warning lamp in 2022 should be verified to ensure the airbag system fault was properly rectified and not merely cleared.