2006 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · WL56 EOR

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 27 October 2025 at 127,591 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting the car has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a twenty year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,380 miles per year. The distance covered between the October 2023 test at 122,792 miles and the October 2025 test at 127,591 miles shows a steady usage pattern of approximately 2,400 miles per annum over the last two years. This low annual usage reduces immediate wear on the drivetrain but can sometimes lead to issues with perished rubber components or stagnant fluids. The absence of advisories or failures across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests is unusual for a vehicle of this age. A buyer should specifically inspect the chassis and sills for surface corrosion or structural rust, as these are common failure points for this model that may not have been flagged in recent brief inspections. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs during a physical inspection. Since the MOT record is exceptionally clean, verify that the vehicle has a documented service history for oil changes and timing belt replacements. Relying solely on a clean MOT history for a twenty year old car is risky, as it only confirms the vehicle met the minimum safety threshold on the day of testing.