2013 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · LD63 RGU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 20, 2026 at 44,964 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. A critical failure just three days prior to that pass revealed a dangerously worn offside front tyre with exposed cords and a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. While the faults were rectified to secure the pass, the history suggests the owner only addresses safety-critical components when they result in a test failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,459 miles per year. The data shows a significant spike in usage between December 2024 (37,333 miles) and November 2025 (43,544 miles), where the car covered over 6,000 miles in eleven months. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by recurring advisories regarding tyre perishing noted noted in 2023 and 2024. A buyer must personally inspect the tyres thoroughly, as the repeated reports of cracking and perishing in 2023 and 2024 indicate the vehicle may sit stationary for long periods, causing dry rot. The oil leak identified in December 2023 should be inspected to ensure it has not worsened into a more significant leak during the recent period of use. Additionally, the water ingress in the offside headlamp noted in late 2025 should be monitored for internal condensation, which can eventually lead to electrical failure or bulb burnout.