2006 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · YD56 FPG

The roadworthiness of this Skoda Fabia is currently marginal, showing a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the vehicle passed its most recent test on 14 January 2026 at 105,045 miles, it failed immediately prior due to multiple defects including lighting misalignment, coolant leaks, and suspension wear. The persistent presence of a coolant leak and worn suspension arm bushes across several years indicates that certain faults are only addressed when they reach a failure point rather than being serviced during routine annual intervals. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,252 miles per year. Between January 2024 at 98,573 miles and January 2026 at 105,045 miles, the car covered 6,472 miles, suggesting consistent low-intensity use. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, which is evidenced here by the perished fuel cap seal and worn anti-roll bar dust covers alongside age-related mechanical fatigue. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the rear-mounted suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn since at least January 2024 and remained an advisory as of 2026. The cooling system requires immediate attention due to the confirmed leak at the radiator switch area noted in the latest test, which could lead to engine overheating. Furthermore, the recurring history of front tyres being worn to the legal limit or uneven on the edges suggests a potential alignment issue or worn components that should be verified to prevent several tyre failure.