CarVerify

Free Car Check

AD04 VLR

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1422cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

198,802 mi
Last recorded198,802 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD04 VLR
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 198,802 miles

Play From Steering Rack From Inner Joint

Pass 20 May 2016 180,493 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 166,343 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 151,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2014 151,581 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2013 136,621 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 May 2013 136,621 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2012 12,677 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 126,977 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 121,952 miles

both front brake discs area corroded

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Fail 31 May 2011 121,952 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front brake discs area corroded

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 25 May 2010 115,013 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 115,013 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 May 2009 99,823 miles

front tyres wearing unevenly close to legal limits

Pass 23 May 2008 80,971 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Fabia?

Based on 4,863,673 MOT tests across 365,048 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
5,664
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
365,048
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 104,456
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 68,301
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61,646
Stop lamp not working 51,458
position lamp(s) not working 39,215
Full Skoda Fabia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AD04 VLR is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Skoda Fabia models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 70,536 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Fabia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 104,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD04 VLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Fabia typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Skoda Fabia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD04 VLR?

You can check the full history of AD04 VLR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AD04 VLR registered?

AD04 VLR is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 16 June 2004.

Is AD04 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD04 VLR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD04 VLR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AD04 VLR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.