2019 Skoda Fabia 1.0L Petrol · WO02 RAD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test conducted in February 2026 at 46,700 miles flagged thin front brake pads and worn discs, alongside distortion in the rear tyres. This follows a pattern seen in January 2025 where both front and rear pads were noted as thin, suggesting the owner tends to replace components only when they approach failure. The mileage progression is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of roughly 6,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 6,200 miles between January 2025 and February 2026. This low-mileage profile suggests short-distance urban use, which often places higher stress on the drivetrain and engine, though the recurring consumable-related failures show that basic items are not monitored between inspections. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the braking system thoroughly, as the repeated mentions of thin pads and worn discs across multiple years indicate a lack of scheduled brake maintenance. The distortion noted in the rear tyres in the 2026 test requires a physical check for alignment issues or suspension faults that could cause uneven wear. Furthermore, the history of edge wear on the front tyres in 2023 and 2024 suggests that the suspension bushes or tracking geometry may require professional adjustment to prevent premature premature tyre degradation.