Dan
Fabia ownerTrustpilot25 Jul 2023
Skoda Fabia
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Great communication and service. Would highly recommend!
Instant quote across 18 Skoda Fabia rear-window variants in under 60 seconds, fitted by approved fitters — booked in under two minutes.
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
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Pricing varies mainly with generation and the presence of solar-control coating. Early-2000s Fabia models without solar glass are typically the most straightforward to replace, whilst later variants with solar control carry slightly higher costs due to coating complexity.
Additional hardware — such as brake-light integration on some models — also influences pricing. The quote process confirms exactly which features your Fabia carries, so you'll see the precise cost for your variant.
| Year | Price range | Variants | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2026 |
| 2025 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2025 |
| 2024 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2024 |
| 2023 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2023 |
| 2022 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2022 |
| 2021 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2021 |
| 2020 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2020 |
| 2019 | £437 — £453 | 2 variants | Price my 2019 |
| 2018 | £407 — £480 | 4 variants | Price my 2018 |
| 2017 | £407 — £480 | 4 variants | Price my 2017 |
| 2016 | £407 — £480 | 4 variants | Price my 2016 |
| 2015 | £327 — £480 | 11 variants | Price my 2015 |
| 2014 | £327 — £480 | 12 variants | Price my 2014 |
| 2013 | £327 — £392 | 8 variants | Price my 2013 |
| 2012 | £327 — £392 | 8 variants | Price my 2012 |
| 2011 | £327 — £392 | 8 variants | Price my 2011 |
| 2010 | £327 — £392 | 7 variants | Price my 2010 |
| 2009 | £327 — £392 | 7 variants | Price my 2009 |
| 2008 | £327 — £392 | 7 variants | Price my 2008 |
| 2007 | £292 — £392 | 11 variants | Price my 2007 |
| 2006 | £292 — £392 | 8 variants | Price my 2006 |
| 2005 | £292 — £382 | 5 variants | Price my 2005 |
| 2004 | £292 — £382 | 5 variants | Price my 2004 |
| 2003 | £292 — £382 | 5 variants | Price my 2003 |
| 2002 | £292 — £382 | 5 variants | Price my 2002 |
| 2001 | £315 — £382 | 3 variants | Price my 2001 |
| 2000 | £315 — £382 | 2 variants | Price my 2000 |
The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Fabias can still be booked.
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Rear-window replacement is straightforward and typically completes within a couple of hours.
Book your quote through our online widget in about a minute — answer a few questions about your Fabia and confirm the features you see.
Our parts-check team verifies your exact rear-window specification, including any brake-light integration or solar coating.
We match you with an approved fitter in your area who specialises in your model.
On fitting day, the fitter removes the shattered glass, clears accessible shards from the interior, and bonds the new window into place. This typically takes 30–60 minutes of their time.
Your fitter will confirm the minimum drive-away time before leaving — you'll be told exactly when the adhesive bond is safe for driving.
We recommend a professional valet afterwards to ensure any glass fragments lodged in hard-to-reach places are properly cleaned.
All replacements come with a two-year warranty covering workmanship and glass quality.
Most Fabia rear-window replacements are fitted mobile at your home or workplace. Because rear windows don't typically require ADAS calibration (unlike windscreens with front-facing cameras), a workshop visit is rarely necessary.
Your approved fitter will bring everything needed to the location you choose — mobile fitting is the default. We'll confirm the preferred location during booking based on your Fabia's specification and the fitter's equipment.
We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.
Tap a feature to see what it is, how to spot it on your car, and how it affects glass replacement. We confirm the exact match for your vehicle when you book.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 16 of the 17 rear window variants we list (94%); model years 2000–2026.
Heated rear windscreen with integrated wires clears mist and ice when you switch on the demister.
A heated rear windscreen contains fine heating wires embedded within the glass. When you activate the rear demister, an electrical current passes through these wires, warming the glass and melting ice or condensation. This feature is particularly useful in cold or damp weather, improving rear visibility quickly. The heating grid is integral to the glass and connected to your vehicle's electrical circuit via connectors at the base of the windscreen.
Look at the rear windscreen from inside the vehicle — you will see a fine grid of horizontal lines across the glass, typically bronze or copper in colour. On the dashboard or steering wheel stalk, there will be a dedicated rear-demist button, usually marked with a windscreen symbol and heating lines. If in doubt, ask your vehicle's service centre or consult your handbook.
Replacement rear windscreens with heated grids are widely available as original-equipment aftermarket or dealership parts. The new glass must include the factory heating grid and electrical connectors intact. The technician will reconnect the heating circuit to your vehicle's rear-demist switch. Heated rear windscreens are bonded glass, so adhesive cure time applies; drive-away time will be confirmed by the fitter on the day.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 11 of the 17 rear window variants we list (65%); model years 2000–2026.
A subtle green tint in the glass, standard on most modern Fabias — roughly 90% of all glass has some tint, though it's often hard to notice.
Confirmed during your online quote; most Fabia variants from the 2010s onwards carry green-tinted rear windows as factory standard.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 11 of the 17 rear window variants we list (65%); model years 2000–2026.
A solar-control coating absorbs the sun's infrared rays, reducing interior heat and improving air-conditioning efficiency.
Confirmed in the parts check after your quote — common on modern Fabias and often linked to higher trim levels or later production years.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 5 of the 17 rear window variants we list (29%); model years 2006–2015.
A high-level brake light integrated into the rear window — the replacement glass must carry the same pattern so your original lighting circuit reconnects cleanly.
Look for a silkscreen pattern or wiring visible in the rear window; confirmed in the parts check to ensure the replacement matches exactly.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 3 of the 17 rear window variants we list (18%); model years 2000–2014; calibration varies by vehicle.
Clear windscreen glass has no tint; most cars have a slight tint as standard.
A clear windscreen contains no added tint layer. Most modern windscreens incorporate a subtle tint (typically blue, green, grey or bronze) as standard to reduce glare, provide UV protection, and improve cabin comfort. A genuinely clear windscreen is the absence of this tint. Clear glass is less common than tinted variants and is sometimes specified for aesthetic or operational reasons, though the tint difference is usually imperceptible to the naked eye.
Lower your side window halfway and hold a white piece of paper behind it. If you see a noticeable colour cast (blue, green, grey or bronze) in the side glass, your windscreen has the same tint. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre to confirm the windscreen specification in your service records.
Clear windscreen replacement uses the same installation process as any other windscreen. No special calibration or extended cure time applies. Sourcing is straightforward — clear glass is widely available as an aftermarket replacement. Installation time and drive-away restrictions follow standard windscreen replacement timings.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 3 of the 17 rear window variants we list (18%); model years 2006–2015.
Rear door windows darker than the front — a privacy-tint option on some Fabia trims to distinguish the rear glazing.
Visually obvious when comparing rear door windows to the windscreen; confirmed in the quote so your replacement matches.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 2 of the 17 rear window variants we list (12%); model years 2014–2026.
An aerial laminated into the glass for radio, DAB or TV reception — replacing a traditional roof-mounted mast. Replacement glass must carry the matching antenna print.
Visible as a small printed grid in one corner of the rear window; confirmed during parts verification so reception is restored after fitting.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 1 of the 17 rear window variants we list (6%); model years 2014–2026.
Acoustic glass reduces cabin noise for a quieter, more comfortable ride.
Acoustic windscreen glass is laminated with a special acoustic interlayer that absorbs and dampens sound vibrations. It reduces exterior noise—from traffic, wind, and road surface—before it enters the passenger compartment. This makes the cabin noticeably quieter and creates a more peaceful driving experience. It's a comfort feature, not a safety one; standard laminated windscreens already meet impact safety requirements.
Check your windscreen for an ear symbol, the word 'Acoustic', a capital 'A', or the term 'SoundScreen' printed in one of the four corners. These markings indicate acoustic-grade glass. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre whether your model came fitted with acoustic glass—it's often a factory option on comfort or premium trims.
Acoustic glass is always laminated and bonds to the frame like any standard windscreen, so replacement follows the normal bonded-glass procedure. No specialist calibration is required. The replacement technician will fit it using standard adhesive and sealant. Cure time and drive-away restrictions are identical to standard laminated windscreens. Acoustic glass is widely available as an aftermarket OE-equivalent option.
On the Skoda Fabia: fitted on 1 of the 17 rear window variants we list (6%); model years 2006–2015.
Dark green tint on rear and side windows is a factory colour choice, not a safety or performance feature.
Dark green is a factory tint applied to the glass during manufacture. It's purely aesthetic — a colour variant chosen by the vehicle designer to complement the body paint and interior trim. Unlike some tints that reduce solar heat or glare, dark green is decorative. Most vehicles have standard or light green glass; dark green is less common and typically found on specific trim levels or model years.
Look at your rear and side windows from outside the car in daylight. If they appear noticeably darker or more saturated green than the front windscreen, you likely have dark green glass. You can also check your vehicle's specification sheet from the dealer or original documentation — tint colour is sometimes listed under 'glass' or 'exterior finishes'. If uncertain, ask your local dealership service centre.
Dark green replacement glass must match the original tint colour exactly — a standard or light green windscreen will look visibly mismatched against dark green rear windows. Sourcing the correct variant can take slightly longer than standard glass, as it's less common. No calibration is involved with tinted glass itself. Fitting and cure time are unaffected.
The Skoda Fabia has been in continuous production since 2000, evolving through multiple generations. Rear windows across the range are typically toughened glass, designed to withstand impact whilst keeping the interior secure.
From the mid-2010s onwards, many Fabia variants began featuring solar-control glass to reduce interior heat and improve efficiency. A significant proportion of the current range also includes green-tinted rear windows as standard, matching the front glazing specification.
Because rear windows are toughened, they shatter into small pieces on impact. Shard cleanup is a key part of the replacement job, though small fragments can lodge in places fitters can't always reach on the day — a professional valet afterwards is recommended for thorough detailing.
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