2008 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · ST57 UNS

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is rated as poor , as the MOT record reveals a clear pattern of recurring structural failures that indicate an unmanaged maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2025-04-16 at 111,955 miles was passed, but this was followed by a failure on 2025-04-03 at 111,919 miles, confirming that the vehicle has not maintained its mechanical integrity since the previous inspection. This sequence of tests demonstrates a consistent progression of deterioration, where the vehicle has already suffered damage in the first two months of the current year, suggesting that basic upkeep was likely skipped or neglected for several years prior. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has maintained a relatively low mileage accumulation rate of approximately 6,220 miles per year, which is typical for an 18-year-old model. However, this low rate masks significant underlying wear, as the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage growth in the most recent two-month period. The gap between the 2025-04-03 failure and the 2025-04-16 pass indicates that the vehicle was not driven at a standard rate for the full duration of the 111,955-mile test, suggesting that the previous owner may have had a lower utilization or more aggressive driving habits that contributed to the accelerated wear observed in the later months. In terms of inspection requirements, the buyer must address the recurring faults, specifically the nearside front inner and outer integral body structures which have been corroded to the extent that rigidity has been significantly reduced. These structural issues, combined with the binding brake discs and worn inner brake discs, indicate that the vehicle requires immediate professional assessment and repair. The presence of multiple faults in the first two months of the current year, including a failed rear tyre and multiple structural failures, confirms that the vehicle is not in a safe condition for normal driving and necessitates urgent servicing before the next MOT.