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2008 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · SL08 UJK

SL08 UJK

2008 Skoda Fabia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2008. Recorded mileage 156,498 miles. MOT valid until 11/05/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.

Make & Model
SKODA FABIA
Year / Origin
2008 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 11/05/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/01/2027)
Recorded Mileage
156,498 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/05/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/01/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2008
Engine
1896cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2026-05-11 test at 156,498 miles indicates that the vehicle passed the initial MOT on the day of the inspection, suggesting a recent and compliant maintenance history. This is followed by a 2025-05-13 test at 154,711 miles, which also passed on the same day, confirming that the vehicle has maintained its roadworthiness through the current year without any severe faults. The 2023-05-23 test at 153,466 miles was also passed, demonstrating that the vehicle has not suffered from the major structural weaknesses typically associated with a failed MOT. The 2021-07-13 test at 145,554 miles was also passed, further reinforcing the stability of the mechanical condition. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, with no evidence of a worsening pattern or a significant gap in the MOT record that would suggest a lack of upkeep. The vehicle has passed the initial MOT on the day of the inspection, and subsequent tests have passed on the same day, indicating that the vehicle has been maintained in accordance with the current standards. The mileage accumulation is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, reflecting typical wear on consumables and suspension components without indicating a rapid acceleration of failure. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for corrosion on suspension bushes, coil springs, and lower suspension arms, as well as for structural integrity of the front and rear axle. The history shows that the rear coil springs were corroded in the 2026-05-11 test, while the front lower suspension arms were corroded in the 2025-05-13 test, suggesting that the vehicle has not had a full inspection of these critical components. While the brakes and drivetrain components were not flagged as seriously weakened, the presence of corrosion on suspension parts warrants a thorough visual and tactile inspection by a qualified technician to rule out hidden issues such as rust or binding calipers.

SL08 UJK Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
  • 156,498 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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SL08 UJK Mileage History

  1. 23/05/2023153,453 mi
  2. 23/05/2023153,466 mi+13 mi
  3. 13/05/2025154,711 mi+1,245 mi
  4. 11/05/2026156,498 mi+1,787 mi

Average of roughly 1,026 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

SL08 UJK MOT History

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MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Skoda Fabia (SL08 UJK) between May 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.

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