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LB04 CGE

2004 Skoda Fabia

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

44,317 mi
Last recorded44,317 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB04 CGE
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 44,317 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2026 44,194 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2025 40,610 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2025 40,610 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 34,107 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 34,107 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall perishing deep cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 24,938 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 24,790 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 24,639 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 24,636 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 24,446 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,315 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 24,135 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 23,571 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 23,559 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 22,329 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 21,252 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 20,150 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 19,081 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 17,942 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 16,037 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 13,001 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 9,909 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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LB04 CGE is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LB04 CGE, 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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LB04 CGE is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 12 June 2004.

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