2002 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Petrol · WJ02 OZP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 16 March 2026 at 94,998 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a recurring pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both 2025 and 2026, the car failed the test just few days before the scheduled appointment but passed upon retest. This suggests the owner addresses necessary repairs only when prompted by legal requirements rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,958 miles per year. Between March 2024 at 84,980 miles and March 2025 at 89,756 miles, the car covered only 4,776 miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such long periods of stationary use can lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and seals, as well as potential corrosion on brake discs and exhaust systems from infrequent use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as the age of the vehicle makes it susceptible to hidden rust in common sills and wheel arches. Despite the clean reports in the recent passes, the repeated failures indicate that items like bulbs or minor components may be reaching end of life right before the test. Inspect the brake calipers for seizing and check the sidewalls for cracking, as the low annual mileage has not prevented age-related material fatigue.