2008 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · PE58 XAR

The 2008 Skoda Fabia presents a strong roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT conducted on 20 August 2025 at 70,418 miles returning a completely clean pass with zero defects. This marks a clear improvement from the 2023 test, where the tester flagged a perishing offside rear tyre and a nearside rear child seat obstructing the adult seatbelt inspection. The maintenance trend is therefore stable and currently improving, suggesting the last keeper addressed the minor tyre defect promptly and has maintained the vehicle to a consistently high standard across the past five annual tests. The mileage accumulation tells a notably restrained story. Across the five-year MOT history, the car has covered just 7,186 miles, averaging roughly 1,437 miles per annum in that window. The annual increments are remarkably consistent: 1,340 miles between 2022 and 2023, 1,340 again between 2023 and 2024, and 1,393 between 2024 and 2025. This pattern points to light, regular local use rather than long periods of dormancy or sudden high-mileage bursts. The overall lifetime average of approximately 3,912 miles per year is well below the UK typical of 8,000 to 12,000, reinforcing the low-use profile. Despite the clean recent record, the 2023 advisory on the offside rear tyre warrants attention. A buyer should inspect all four tyres for age-related cracking and perishing, particularly if the tyres are original or have not been replaced since that test. The nearside rear seatbelt restriction caused by a child seat fitment in 2023 also means the full adult belt webbing was not visually confirmed by the tester on that occasion. A hands-on check of both rear seatbelt retractors and webbing condition is advisable. Given the low mileage and predominantly clean history, the primary mechanical risk lies not in heavy wear but in the effects of age and infrequent use. A buyer should inspect the underside for surface corrosion on brake lines, subframe mounting points, and suspension components, as short-trip driving accelerates moisture retention and corrosion. Brake discs and pads should be examined for uneven wear or binding calipers that can develop from prolonged standing. The exhaust system and its mountings deserve a close visual check for corrosion, particularly around joints and hanger points. Overall, the MOT record supports a well-maintained vehicle, but the age and usage pattern demand a thorough in-person mechanical inspection focused on deterioration rather than consumption wear.