2004 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · MB04 AFZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive MOT passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection on 17 March 2026 at 96,988 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This streak of clean certificates suggests that the previous owners have maintained the car to a standard that prevents mechanical or safety components from reaching a point of immediate failure under DVSA testing conditions. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. There is a visible gap in usage between December 2021 and December 2022, where the car covered only 1,153 miles in a full year. However, usage increased significantly more recently, with 16,323 miles recorded between February 2024 and March 2026. While the low annual mileage generally reduces wear and tear on the drivetrain and engine components, the periods of low use can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or internal corrosion if the vehicle was not driven regularly between tests. Despite the clean MOT history, a physical inspection should focus on areas prone to age-related decline that do not always trigger a test failure. The buyer should check for structural corrosion along the sills and rear wheel arches, as older Skoda Fabias are susceptible to surface rust. Given the low mileage, the suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for cracking or perished rubber caused by age rather than friction. The braking system should also be checked for binding calipers or pitting on the discs, which can occur when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods.