SKODA FABIA (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 34 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
34
Avg Mileage
18,192 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 SKODA FABIA reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SKODA brand average of 88%.
At 2 years old, 94% of SKODA FABIAs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 34 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 18,192 miles.
How does the 2022 SKODA FABIA compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 SKODA FABIA has 18,192 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a SKODA FABIA?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2022 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2022 SKODA FABIA cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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 2022 SKODA FABIA
The 2022 SKODA FABIA is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 34 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.
With an average of 18,192 miles at 2 years old, SKODA FABIA owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 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 £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 SKODA FABIA?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
SKODA FABIA Reliability Trend
Newer SKODA FABIAs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 13 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 SKODA FABIA
The SKODA FABIA is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-3%) from 34,173 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (same) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (same) from 28,824 tests