2008 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · PL08 FNR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The latest MOT conducted on 22 November 2023 at 138,766 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a pattern of clean passes in previous years, indicating that any minor failures encountered historically were addressed immediately. The lack of advisories in the last two successful tests suggests that the mechanical and structural components were in an acceptable state of repair at the time of the final inspection. At 138,766 miles over 18 years, the Fabia averages approximately 7,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between November 2021 and December 2022, and another 7,400 miles between December 2022 and November 2023. This regular interval suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which often prevents the degradation of rubber seals and brake fluid chemistry. However, since the last MOT was performed over and a half years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for a new test, and the current state of roadworthy components cannot be verified. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related wear since the 2023 test. While the history shows no recurring mechanical faults, it is necessary to check for corrosion on the rear sills and suspension mounting points which are common failure areas on this model. Inspect the suspension bushes for signs of cracking and the coil springs for fractures. Given the time elapsed since the last record, a check of the brake discs for pitting and calipers for binding will ensure no significant corrosion has developed during the period of recent inactivity.