2016 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · PL16 ETD

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a minor shift towards deferred consumable repairs. The most recent test in October 2025 at 17,922 miles passed successfully but highlighted recurring advisories for perishing on both rear tyres. This mirrors the advisory from the September 2024 test, indicating that the rubber components of the tyres are failing due to age rather than tread depth. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,800 miles per year. Between September 2021 and October 2025, the car covered only 1,714 miles over a four-year period. This low usage rate suggests either very light urban commuting or long periods of stationary storage. While this reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, such patterns often lead to the accelerated degradation of rubber parts, seals, and tyres as seen in the recent MOT records. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the tyres, as the recurring faults in 2024 and 2025 confirm the rear rubber is cracking and perishing despite sufficient tread. The low mileage also necessitates a check for brake disc corrosion or surface pitting, as calipers that are rarely used often fail to clear away rust effectively. You should also inspect the suspension bushes and boots for signs of cracking, as age-related material fatigue occurs over a decade regardless of the distance driven.