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FM04 DFP

2004 Skoda Fabia

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

65,658 mi
Last recorded65,658 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 DFP
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 65,658 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2025 65,658 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 67,294 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust in poor condition

Pass 28 Nov 2023 58,750 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 58,704 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 55,360 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 50,061 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 50,060 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 42,710 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 42,710 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 31,576 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 30,340 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 28,546 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 27,388 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 25,109 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 25,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 22,105 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 18,612 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 18,607 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 17,867 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 16,691 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 15,237 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 13,943 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,623 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,073 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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FM04 DFP is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 FM04 DFP, 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 FM04 DFP registered?

FM04 DFP is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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The MOT history for FM04 DFP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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