2021 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · ST21 KXE

The Skoda Fabia presents a generally sound mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 21 May 2026 at 39,100 miles, where it passed with only minor advisories. The maintenance trend over the past two years shows clear improvement. The 2025 test cycle was notably messy: a failure on 16 June 2025 flagged a binding offside rear caliper and inadequate parking brake efficiency, followed by a pass the very next day on 17 June 2025 after remedial work. That same June 2025 pass still recorded cracking on both rear tyres, and the May 2026 test repeated the rear tyre cracking advisory along with a loose front undertray. This suggests the owner addressed the brake faults promptly but has been slow to replace ageing rubber and basic trim. The underlying mechanical condition appears stable, though the repeated tyre degradation points to a vehicle that may stand idle for extended periods. At roughly 7,820 miles per year, the annual mileage is entirely typical for a five-year-old supermini. There are no alarming gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record. Progression runs cleanly from 29,481 miles in March 2024, through 31,643 miles in June 2024, to 35,467 miles in June 2025, and finally 39,100 miles in May 2026. The spacing is consistent and unremarkable, indicating regular rather than extreme use. A buyer should focus attention on the rear braking system and the condition of the rear tyres. The binding offside rear caliper flagged in June 2025 was rectified, but a road test should confirm the parking brake holds firmly on a gradient and that neither rear caliper drags after sustained braking. The repeated cracking advisories on both rear tyres across two consecutive MOTs raise questions about age and storage; check the date stamps on the sidewalls and budget for replacement if the rubber is original. The loose front undertray noted in May 2026 is minor but worth inspecting for damaged mounting clips or cracked fixings. Front brake discs and pads were flagged as wearing thin in March 2024 at 29,481 miles, so by 39,100 miles these components are likely approaching the end of their service life and should be measured. Finally, have the underside checked for corrosion given the undertray disturbance, paying attention to suspension mounting points and subframe condition.