2017 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · NJ17 ENC

This Skoda Fabia presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT test on 3 December 2024 at 23,029 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent three-year trend of clean passes without a single advisory or failure, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard. The mileage is remarkably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,559 miles per year. Between the November 2021 test at 21,360 miles and the December 2024 test at 23,029 miles, the car covered only 1,669 miles over three years. Such low usage suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary, which carries different risks than high-mileage wear. A physical inspection should focus on components that degrade regardless of mileage. The buyer should check for perished rubber seals, cracked tyres, and potential seizing of brake calipers or sticking sliders due to inactivity. While the MOT history shows no issues with brake discs or suspension bushes, the low annual mileage increases the likelihood of surface corrosion on brake rotors or fluid degradation. The lack of any recorded advisories across four consecutive tests is rare and suggests a meticulous previous owner. The primary concern remains the impact of long-term standing. Verifying the current state of the battery and ensuring the engine oil has been changed according to time intervals rather than mileage will be the most critical steps in confirming the car's mechanical health.