2014 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · VE63 LWM

The 2014 Skoda Fabia currently holds a passed MOT status from 27 October 2025, with no advisories or defects recorded at that test. However, the same date also carries a failed entry, an unusual pairing that typically indicates a retest was conducted immediately after repairs were completed on site. The earlier records follow the same pattern: a pass and a fail on 7 October 2024, then a clean pass in October 2023. Because no specific defect codes are listed against any of these failures, the underlying causes cannot be determined from the record alone. The overall trajectory is therefore neither clearly worsening nor improving, but the repeat fail-then-pass sequence across consecutive test cycles suggests minor items are being identified and rectified at the point of test rather than prevented through pre-MOT preparation. Against an age of roughly twelve years, 38,120 miles equates to an annual average of around 3,100 miles, which is low. Such modest usage can reduce wear on major drivetrain components, but it also means the vehicle may have spent extended periods standing, which encourages corrosion on underbody and brake components, deterioration of rubber bushes, and sticking of brake calipers. The mileage gaps between the recorded tests cannot be quantified precisely because no odometer readings are listed against each entry, so it is not possible to confirm whether usage has been consistent or intermittent. The absence of any recorded advisories across the five entries is notable, though it should be read cautiously: clean MOT outputs reflect only the standards applied on the day and do not establish the mechanical condition of components that were not specifically tested. A buyer should treat the low annual mileage as a prompt to inspect areas that suffer from standing rather than active use. The brake calipers, particularly at the rear, should be checked for seizure, and the brake discs measured for corrosion lipping and surface rust. Suspension coil springs, mounting bushes, and the exhaust system warrant a close look for surface corrosion, and the underbody should be examined for structural rust, particularly around the wheel arches, sills, and subframe mounting points. Tyres should be inspected for age-related cracking regardless of tread depth, as low-mileage cars often retain original rubber that hardens over time. Finally, confirming the current odometer reading against the vehicle and obtaining the specific failure reasons from the testing garage would be the most effective way to clarify what was repaired at the two retests.