Skoda Fabia (2008)
2008 Skoda Fabia
CarHunch analysed 16,527 real MOT records for the 2008 Skoda Fabia. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Fabia's 75.5% pass rate trails the UK average by 4.5 percentage points, and that's concerning given that 41% of these cars have recorded a dangerous defect during their MOT history—well above the typical threshold. Petrol versions fare slightly better at 76.6% versus diesel's 74.1%, but neither inspires confidence.
These Fabias are running at a median 58,147 miles, which is reasonable for a 16-year-old car, yet they're averaging 4.46 failures and 21 advisories per test, suggesting accumulated wear and minor corrosion issues are catching up. If you're considering one, budget for suspension and brake work, and always insist on a full pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers the underside and brake lines.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 2.5 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2008 Skoda Fabia
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 41% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (57%) | 9,355 | 76.6% | 4.31 |
| Diesel (43%) | 7,170 | 74.1% | 4.66 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 80.6% | 2.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Skoda Fabia vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Skoda Fabia vehicles fall between 43,286 and 74,158 miles.
2008 Skoda Fabia — Still on the Road
9,154 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 58% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Skoda Fabia
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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47.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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47.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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46.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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32.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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29.2%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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27.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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27.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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