2013 Skoda Fabia 1.2L Petrol · YR63 YMX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 93,407 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just two weeks prior at 93,255 miles. That failure highlighted a worn offside front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing alongside an oil leak. Although the suspension issue was addressed, the presence of an active oil leak suggests the engine is beginning to require mechanical attention as it ages. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, with 13,172 miles covered between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 9,376 miles recorded between 2023 and 2024. This regular interval suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of inactivity, though the low annual mileage relative to the age means that degradation of rubber-based components and seals remains a relevant factor regardless of the odometer reading. A buyer should inspect the engine bay specifically for the oil leak noted in the September 2025 records; while the tester classified it as not excessive, these leaks can worsen and lead to significant fluid loss. The 2023 advisory regarding thin front brake pads indicates that consumables are being replaced intermittently, so a current measurement of the pads and discs is necessary. Given the previous failure of the Macpherson strut top, a physical check of the front suspension is required to ensure no further play or knocking noises are developing in the bushes or bearings.