Skoda Fabia: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 7.5% of Skoda Fabia MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2001, 2002 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 12,263 | 15.1% |
| 2002 | 16,886 | 14.2% |
| 2003 | 24,668 | 13.7% |
| 2004 | 36,271 | 14.0% |
| 2005 | 48,717 | 13.4% |
| 2006 | 58,109 | 12.2% |
| 2007 | 66,196 | 12.3% |
| 2008 | 77,414 | 13.2% |
| 2012 | 87,380 | 6.4% |
| 2017 | 103,797 | 5.4% |
| 2018 | 94,585 | 3.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.