2009 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · RE09 ACV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance record despite its high mileage. The most recent test in July 2025 at 203,669 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This suggests the current owner is proactive in rectifying issues identified during the testing process, as the history shows immediate failures followed by successful passes. This pattern indicates that the mechanical and structural components are being maintained to legal standards. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year. Between July 2023 and July 2024, the car covered 11,566 miles, while it added another 11,462 miles in the year leading up to the most recent test. This steady usage suggests regular long-distance driving rather than long periods of standing, which often helps keep seals lubricated and prevents seizing. The lack of significant gaps in mileage data confirms the vehicle has remained in active use and subjected to the required annual testing intervals. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. While the MOT record shows no current advisories, the 200,000-mile mark puts significant stress on suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers. Inspect the underside for signs of oil leaks or perished rubber components that may not have yet triggered a failure. Given the age of the Fabia, specifically check the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arch edges to ensure no hidden corrosion is developing beneath the surface.