2010 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Petrol · OY10 XAR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 113,082 miles passed with only a minor plate advisory, previous records show a persistent trend of mechanical degradation. The trend is currently stable in terms of passing tests, but the recurring nature of suspension and braking issues suggests that components are being allowed to wear significantly before being addressed once they reach a failure point or advisory threshold. At 113,082 miles over 16 years, the Fabia averages approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage. There is a notable cluster of activity between February 2023 and February 2024, where the car covered over 5,600 miles in a single year. The failure in February 2024 at 97,244 miles due to a major exhaust leak and bald tyre indicates that the vehicle was driven with known safety faults prior to that inspection. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension, as the tester repeatedly flagged worn wishbone arm pins and bushes and shock absorber bushes in 2023, 2024, and 2025. These issues were noted as not yet causing excessive movement, but they indicate the rubber components are reaching the end of their life. The braking system also requires attention; the record shows a binding rear caliper in 2024, pitted front discs, and a parking brake that consistently struggled to meet minimum efficiency limits over several years. The engine bay should be checked for the source of the persistent oil and coolant leaks identified during the 2024 testing period. Surface corrosion on the nearside rear exhaust back box noted in 2025 suggests that the exhaust system is beginning to suffer from structural decay. Given the major exhaust leak that caused a failure in 2024, a physical inspection of the entire exhaust length and hangers is necessary to ensure the repair was comprehensive and that further corrosion is not imminent.