2010 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · PK60 TYS

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a persistent trend of front-end suspension wear. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 113,443 miles passed, the tester identified play in the nearside front steering rack inner joints. This indicates a progression from the minor bushing wear noted in previous years, suggesting that while immediate safety failures are being avoided, the steering components are now reaching the end of their service. At 113,443 miles over 16 years, the Fabia has averaged approximately 7,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage for its age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with exactly roughly 7,000 miles covered between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests. This consistent usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to perished rubber components, though the age of the vehicle means that rubber components remain susceptible to degradation regardless of the mileage driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The recurring reports of worn offside and nearside arm bushes and ball joints across 2022, 2023, and 2024 indicate that the front geometry is a known weak point. The recent discovery of steering rack inner joint play is a priority concern as this component can affect steering precision and lead to uneven tyre wear. Additionally, the offside rear shock absorber noted for misting in 2022 should be checked to ensure the leak has not progressed to a full seal failure.