2007 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · WG56 MBF

The vehicle presents a concerning state of roadworthiness characterized by a pattern of deferred maintenance and reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test on May 5 2026 at 148,951 miles, this followed a significant failure just two miles prior involving twelve distinct defects. The trend suggests the owner only addresses the bare minimum required to obtain an MOT certificate rather than performing preventative maintenance. The recurring nature of steering rack issues, suspension wear, and lighting failures indicates a vehicle that is being neglected across multiple mechanical systems. At 19 years old, the 148,951 recorded miles represent an average of approximately 7,840 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-duty usage. However, the data shows a rapid accumulation of over 13,000 miles between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 13,375 miles in the following year. This consistent mileage has clearly accelerated the degradation of rubber components and suspension hardware, as evidenced by the repeated failures of bushes, CV boot joints, and shock absorbers. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record repeatedly flags play in the steering rack inner joints and worn lower control arm bushes. The offside rear shock absorber transitioned from a serious fluid leak in 2025 to light misting in 2026, suggesting the component is nearing total failure. The history of a distorted rear wheel and an exhaust flexi-joint leak indicates that the vehicle has suffered from mechanical stress or impact issues. Furthermore, the repeated failure of lighting bulbs and exposed tyre cords suggests that basic safety checks are frequently ignored until they reach a point of legal failure.