2010 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · ML10 BMV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 59,645 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just day prior due to multiple lighting and steering defects. The record shows that significant issues, specifically the steering rack inner joints, have persisted across several years, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults when they cause a failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 59,645 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. The data gap between February 2024 and February 2026 shows the car covered only 6,658 miles, indicating it likely undergoes short journeys or sits stationary for long periods. This low-use profile often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and seals, which is evidenced by the recurring reports of perished tyre sidewalls and splitting suspension bushes found throughout the history. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the steering system, as the tester flagged play in both front steering rack inner joints consistently since at least 2025. The front suspension arm bushes also showed signs of separation and excessive movement in 2024 and 2025, requiring a check to ensure these were actually replaced. Furthermore, the nearside rear tyre was flagged multiple times for cracking and being below the legal limit, a classic sign of age-related rubber failure despite the low mileage.