2015 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · YF65 OCB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 12 May 2026 at 102,994 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. The most recent test showed a failure just one month prior due to serious fluid leaks from both front shock absorbers and a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. While these issues were rectified to achieve the recent pass, the recurring nature of the suspension failures suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when they threatened the MOT certificate. At 102,994 miles over eleven years, the Fabia averages approximately 9,363 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The data shows a consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 17,000 miles driven between May 2024 and 2025, and another 30,000 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This regular use indicates the car has not sat for long periods, but the consistent mileage explains the wear on consumable components. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension assembly, as the shock absorbers have progressed from light oil misting in 2024 and 2025 to total failure by 2026. The record also highlights a history of neglected brake maintenance, with front discs failing for excessive wear in 2024 and rear discs noted as worn across multiple years. Furthermore, structural integrity at the rear back box remains a concern; persistent corrosion and skin peeling have been documented since at least 2024. An inspection of the underbody is required to ensure the rust has not progressed into structural perforation that the previous testers might have missed.