2006 Skoda Fabia 1.9L Diesel · VO56 HHS

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding deferred mechanical repairs. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 148,028 miles passed, it revealed several significant issues including a severely deteriorated nearside front CV boot, a binding offside rear brake, and a parking brake requiring adjustment. The persistence of rear brake-related faults across multiple years suggests that the owner has been addressing only the minimum work required to pass the MOT test rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. Between October 2023 at 123,766 miles and October 2025 at 148,028 miles, the car covered over 24,000 miles, indicating regular use. This consistent operation generally prevents the issues associated with long periods standing, though it also explains the accelerated wear seen on rubber components like brake hoses and suspension dust covers noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking system and suspension assembly. The record shows recurring issues with rear brake pads and discs, with 2025 specifically flagging a binding caliper and pitted discs. The buyer should verify if the nearside front CV boot has been replaced, as a failure to do so leads to rapid driveshaft destruction. Furthermore, the history of deteriorated brake hoses in 2023 and a ball joint dust cover in 2022 indicates that rubber components throughout the chassis are nearing the end of their functional life and should be checked for cracking or perishing.