2022 Skoda Fabia Black Edition TSI S-A 1.0L Petrol · MW22 DXF

A clean and unblemished MOT record accompanies this 2022 Skoda Fabia, with the sole test on file dated 8 May 2025 returning a pass and no advisories whatsoever. For a four year old vehicle on its debut examination, this absence of even minor defects suggests the mechanical components typically scrutinised under the new stricter criteria namely suspension linkages, coil springs, brake pipes, exhaust mountings, and underbody corrosion are all in sound condition at present. Without any flagged wear items, there is no recurring component pattern to monitor, and the Fabia presents a stable baseline from which to judge its ongoing roadworthiness. With 25,341 miles accumulated over its four year life, this Fabia is averaging approximately 6,335 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a small petrol hatchback of this age. There are no extended gaps between tests or sudden mileage surges that might indicate irregular usage patterns such as long storage periods followed by intensive driving. This steady, moderate accumulation means consumables like brake pads, discs, tyres, and the DSG-style automatic transmission fluid are likely to have worn at a proportionate rate, without the accelerated degradation that high annual mileages typically produce. The DSG gearbox in particular benefits from this gentler usage profile, as heat cycling and clutch wear are less aggressive than in higher mileage examples. Given the complete absence of advisories from the May 2025 test, a prospective buyer should focus their inspection on the natural ageing items that would not necessarily have been flagged at that point but may have deteriorated in the intervening sixteen months. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven roads, particularly from the anti-roll bar drop links and lower wishbone bushes, which are common wear points on the Fabia platform. Feel for any pulling to one side under braking or vibration through the steering wheel, which could indicate warped front brake discs especially given that a 25,000 mile Fabia with DSG transmission tends to do most of its braking with the front axle. Check for smooth gearchanges and any hesitation or shunt between ratios, as DSG mechatronic faults can emerge subtly at this mileage band. Bodywork and underside integrity should also be examined visually, particularly around the rear wheel arches, sills, and undertray areas where road salt can accumulate. Inspect all four tyres for even tread wear across the full width, which would suggest correct wheel alignment, and check the sidewalls for any cracking or bulging given that even low mileage tyres degrade with age. Verify the service history to confirm DSG oil and filter changes have been carried out at the manufacturer specified intervals, as neglecting this on the S-A automatic can lead to expensive mechatronic repairs. Finally, confirm the spare wheel or inflation kit is present and that the tyre pressure monitoring system sensors are functioning, as these are common omissions on used examples and a relatively minor but irritating rectification cost.