2010 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · RV60 DFZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean passes to emerging mechanical wear. The most recent test in September 2025 at 159,991 miles resulted in an initial failure due to critical tyre defects and suspension component wear. While it passed the re-test one mile later, the presence of worn suspension arm bushes and a nearside front MacPherson strut pin indicates that the suspension system is now reaching the end of its functional life. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 139,375 miles and September 2025 at 159,992 miles, the car covered roughly 20,000 miles, suggesting regular annual use. The lack of recorded defects between 2022 and 2024 indicates the vehicle was well-maintained during that specific period, though the recent failure highlights the inevitable degradation of rubber-related components over time. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front-end suspension and tyres. The 2025 failure flagged worn bushes on both the front suspension arms and the upper MacPherson strut, which can lead to poor handling and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The previous failure for an offside front tyre reaching the cords and a worn nearside tyre suggests the owner may have only been addressing consumable maintenance when prompted by a failure. Given the age and mileage, a check for corrosion on the subframe and exhaust mounting points is essential, as these areas were not specifically detailed in the record but are common failure points for this model.