2017 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · SL17 GOP

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 17 March 2026 at 34,655 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car remains in good mechanical condition. This follows a period of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevents the accumulation of significant mechanical faults or structural failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,850 miles per year. Between April 2023 and March 2026, the car covered 15,121 miles, showing a consistent pattern of short-distance use. While there was a recorded failure on 27 March 2024 at 24,396 miles, the immediate pass on the same day indicates a minor fault that was rectified promptly. The lack of recurring advisories across these tests suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy stress or neglect. Despite the clean record, the physical inspection should focus on components affected by low mileage and long periods of standing. A buyer should check for flat spots on tyres, cracking rubber suspension bushes, and potential corrosion on brake discs or calipers due to infrequent use. Because the car has aged significantly more than driven, verifying the rubber components and the condition of the fluids is as vital as checking the chassis for surface rust that might not have triggered a standard MOT failure.