2020 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · SA20 XNP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a recent shift toward mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 57,742 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior at 57,715 miles. The failure revealed multiple faults across the braking system and suspension, suggesting that the owner only addressed repairs when forced by the MOT tester rather than following a proactive maintenance schedule. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical light-use cycles, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a clear gap between the January 2023 test at 23,912 miles and the June 2024 test at 39,580 miles, during which the car covered over 15,000 miles. The 2024 advisories regarding perishing and cracking on three tyres at relatively low mileage suggest the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, allowing the rubber to degrade despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must focus specifically on the braking system and front suspension. The July 2025 failure flagged binding service brakes on three wheels and poor parking brake efficiency, which often indicates seized calipers or corroded adjustment mechanisms. Additionally, both front shock absorbers showed light misting of oil; while not an immediate failure, this precedes total seal failure. A physical inspection should verify if the binding issues were properly rectified or if the worn brake discs were merely cleaned to pass the test.