2009 Skoda Fabia 1.4L Diesel · YR59 FYH

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy certificate but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 153,121 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed that same session due to lighting issues and a persistent exhaust leak. The trend shows a recurring issue with the exhaust system and handbrake components, which have appeared across multiple years, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults when they become necessary to pass the MOT test. At 17 years old with 153,121 miles, the Fabia averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with national averages for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent usage, with roughly 9,500 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 9,031 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This steady mileage indicates the car has not sat for long periods, but the high total mileage places significant expected wear on rubber components and mechanical assemblies. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the steering and braking systems. The tester flagged play in the nearside front steering rack inner joints in 2024, and insufficient brake lever travel was noted during the same period. Furthermore, the damage to the nearside rear handbrake cable casing identified in 2025 requires physical verification to ensure the parking brake mechanism will not fail unexpectedly. The exhaust box has been noted as deteriorated since at least 2023, indicating advancing corrosion that will likely require a full replacement in the near future.