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DC04 DHZ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,001 mi
Last recorded81,001 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC04 DHZ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2023 81,001 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 75,865 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 5 Aug 2022 75,865 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 11 Aug 2021 69,958 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 69,958 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering NEARSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 67,011 miles

n/s outer sill corroded around drain hole

Pass 22 Jul 2019 66,924 miles

n/s front outer sill corroded around drain hole

Pass 16 Jul 2018 65,871 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 64,465 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 63,495 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 62,289 miles

Front console/suspension bushes starting to get weak

Rear silencer outer skin corroding

Pass 28 Jul 2014 60,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear silencer outer skin corroding

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front console /suspension bushes starting to get weak

Pass 22 Jul 2013 57,426 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Body repairs to nearside doors

Front suspension/console bushed starting to get weak

Rear Silencer outer skin corroding

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2012 53,049 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer outer skin corroding

Fail 23 Jul 2012 53,049 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer outer skin corroding

Pass 25 Jul 2011 49,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jul 2010 45,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 45,028 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 38,979 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 32,798 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 32,795 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 23,186 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
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DC04 DHZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DC04 DHZ, 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.

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What year was DC04 DHZ registered?

DC04 DHZ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 4 August 2004.

Is DC04 DHZ safe to buy?

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