Skoda Fabia (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 12,956 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1,630/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol999cc5 years old12,956 tests24k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data.

91% of MOT tests on Skoda Fabias from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 12,956 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 24,133 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2114th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among Skoda models137th of 329(top half)

vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-1%(92% avg)

vs Skoda average+3%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

24,133

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Skoda Fabia had 24,133 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Skoda Fabia by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	94%	34	18,192 mi
2021	91%	12,956	24,133 mi
2020	90%	16,268	27,757 mi
2019	90%	22,198	33,188 mi
2018	86%	26,403	41,076 mi
2017	84%	28,967	49,380 mi
2016	83%	31,150	56,195 mi
2015	83%	28,165	60,895 mi
2014	82%	23,842	69,642 mi
2013	81%	31,000	76,734 mi
2012	79%	23,970	86,178 mi
2011	78%	21,120	89,856 mi
2010	77%	18,993	91,833 mi
2009	73%	24,250	91,725 mi
2008	71%	20,115	103,040 mi
2007	73%	17,404	106,991 mi
2006	72%	15,282	111,624 mi
2005	72%	12,215	114,942 mi
2004	71%	8,612	115,795 mi
2003	69%	5,389	105,500 mi
2002	70%	3,624	104,739 mi
2001	71%	2,604	107,277 mi
2000	70%	619	94,943 mi

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About the 2021 Skoda Fabia

The 2021 Skoda Fabia is a city car. Our records list a 999cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 12,956 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 24,133 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Skoda Fabia owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Skoda Fabia Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Skoda Fabia?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Skoda Fabia Reliability Trend

Newer Skoda Fabias pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 13 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2021 Skoda Fabia

At 5 years old, the Skoda Fabia offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 12,956 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2021 Skoda Fabia Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 994 MOT tests on the 2021 Skoda Fabia that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Tyres36%
Same age: 39%
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors31%
Same age: 26%
Lights and electrics18%
Same age: 22%
Brakes16%
Same age: 15%

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Skoda Fabia reliability, common problems and years to avoid

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Skoda Fabia stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Skoda Fabia(2021)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
MINI Cooper(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Skoda Fabia

Is the 2021 Skoda Fabia reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2021 Skoda Fabias ended in a pass, from 12,956 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Skoda Fabia cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Skoda Fabia?

91% of 12,956 MOT tests on the 2021 Skoda Fabia ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2114th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

Which year Skoda Fabia has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Skoda Fabia has the highest MOT pass rate at 91% and the 2003 the lowest at 69%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Skoda Fabia?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Skoda Fabia is 24,133 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.