2015 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · OW15 DFZ

This 2015 Skoda Fabia presents a clean bill of health through its MOT record, with a stable and improving maintenance trend culminating in a completely defect-free pass on 2 August 2025 at 82,654 miles. Every single test since July 2021 has returned a pass with zero advisories or failures across five consecutive annual inspections. That is a strong indicator of consistent mechanical care and no emerging faults. The mileage accumulation is steady and predictable. From 46,322 miles in July 2021 to 82,654 miles in August 2025, the car covered roughly 36,332 miles over four years, averaging around 9,083 miles per year. That sits slightly above the 7,514 miles per year implied by the total age-to-mileage ratio, suggesting the car has been used more frequently in recent years rather than sitting idle. The annual jumps between tests are consistent, with no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that would raise odometer tampering concerns. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The Fabia platform is generally robust, but at this age and mileage, suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers deserve close attention even if no tester has flagged them. Check the underside for corrosion, particularly around subframes, sills, and brake lines, as surface protection can degrade over time regardless of MOT outcomes. Tyre condition and brake disc thickness should be verified independently, since consumable wear between annual tests can be significant on a car covering nearly 10,000 miles per year. The absence of any recorded defects over five years is genuinely unusual and speaks well of the vehicle's upkeep. However, MOT tests are a snapshot taken on a single day and do not guarantee ongoing reliability. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic, including a road test and underbody examination, remains the sensible course before committing to the purchase.