2007 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · SY57 UZX

The 2007 Skoda Fabia has a recent MOT history showing recurring issues with suspension corrosion, tyre wear, and fluid leaks. The most recent MOT on 2025-08-19 recorded a pass, but it noted nearside and offside rear tyres worn close to legal limits and corroded front suspension arms. These same issues appeared in earlier MOTs, including a 2024-08-14 failed test with corroded suspension arms and tyres near the legal limit. The 2025-08-18 failed MOT listed similar concerns, alongside headlamp failures, windscreen obstructions, and damaged track rod end dust covers. A pattern of corrosion on front suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i)) recurs across multiple tests, suggesting ongoing exposure to moisture or road salt. Tyre wear on both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e)) has been consistently flagged, indicating potential alignment issues or uneven tread wear. Fluid leaks, including washer fluid and fuel hose leaks, appear in 2024 and 2023 records, though the 2025 MOT did not mention them. Electrical issues, such as non-functional headlamps, also reoccurred, pointing to possible wiring or bulb degradation. The condition trend shows stability in critical areas, as the same defects persist without clear escalation. However, the vehicle’s age and mileage (19 years, 158,038 miles) suggest natural wear, with no evidence of significant improvements.