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DG04 EFJ

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,319 mi
Last recorded145,319 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 EFJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 145,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exuast box corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2015 145,319 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exuast box corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2014 137,245 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 126,979 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 117,070 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorbers outer covers dropped down

rear exhaust box corroded and rusty

Pass 4 Feb 2012 117,070 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear shock absorbers outer covers dropped down

rear exhaust box corroded and rusty

Pass 28 Jan 2011 104,123 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 87,953 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 65,646 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 45,489 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 45,313 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2007 24,869 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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DG04 EFJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG04 EFJ, 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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DG04 EFJ is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 March 2004.

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