2009 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Petrol · OV59 YXY

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy and shows a rapidly worsening trend in maintenance standards. The most recent test on 10 June 2026 at 86,972 miles resulted in multiple critical failures across braking, tyres, and structural integrity. While the car maintained a clean record in 2023, the transition from a pass in 2025 to a comprehensive failure this month indicates a significant neglect of basic safety inspections and preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 86,972 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,116 miles per year. However, the data between May 2025 (77,017 miles) and June 2026 (86,972 miles) shows an accumulation of nearly 10,000 miles in a single year. This recent spike in usage, combined with the age of the components, suggests the vehicle has been used more heavily without addressing the wear on rubber and metal parts that have reached their service life. A buyer must prioritise a thorough structural inspection of the chassis. The June 2026 failure flagged the offside front suspension mounting area for excessive corrosion that significantly reduces the structural strength of the sill. This, alongside previous corrosion on the offside rear seat belt anchorage in 2025, indicates a progressive issue of rust that may compromise the vehicle's long-term viability and lead to a future MOT failure without professional welding repairs. The braking and suspension systems also require immediate attention. The latest test found both front brake discs seriously weakened and pads below the minimum thickness, with all four tyres failing the legal tread depth. Given the history of worn lower suspension arm bushes and deteriorated ball joint dust covers from 2025, the entire front suspension assembly likely nears the end of its functional life to ensure vehicle safety and proper handling.