2012 Skoda Fabia 1.6L Diesel · YR62 NRY

The 2012 Skoda Fabia presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 December 2025 at 100,647 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean result followed a same-day retest failure for parking brake efficiency below requirements, indicating the previous owner rectified the deficiency promptly rather than ignoring it. The trajectory from flagged suspension wear and corrosion advisories in earlier years to a fully defect-free pass suggests attentive remedial work has been carried out recently. The vehicle has covered approximately 100,647 miles over roughly fourteen years, averaging around 7,189 miles per year, which is typical for its age. The mileage progression is consistent and well-documented, with no suspicious gaps or sudden accumulation spikes. Between the November 2024 pass at 95,741 miles and the December 2025 tests at 100,647 miles, roughly 4,906 miles were covered in just over twelve months, confirming regular use without prolonged standing periods that can cause its own deterioration. A buyer should still inspect the rear braking system in person, given the parking brake efficiency failure recorded on 12 December 2025 at 100,647 miles. Even though the retest passed, the underlying cause of that failure, whether stretched cables, seized calipers, or worn rear brake shoes, warrants a physical check for smooth operation and even effort across both sides. The December 2023 advisory for both rear tyres wearing on the inner edge at 89,571 miles points to possible tracking or suspension geometry issues, so a close examination of the rear suspension bushes, toe settings, and tyre wear patterns remains advisable. The December 2022 advisory for corrosion on the nearside rear lower exhaust box at 79,883 miles and worn front suspension arm rear bushes on both sides at the same test should also be revisited. Exhaust corrosion can progress significantly over four years, and worn suspension bushes affect steering precision and tyre wear. A thorough underbody inspection focusing on the exhaust system's structural integrity, the condition of all suspension bushes, and any fresh corrosion around mounting points will give a clear picture of whether these items have been replaced or are still deteriorating.