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ML04 ZXB

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

71,762 mi
Last recorded71,762 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 ZXB
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 71,762 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 6 Nov 2018 71,762 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 64,651 miles

Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 64,635 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Oct 2016 53,719 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2015 43,430 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 43,430 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 32,722 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 23,477 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 23,477 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 21,319 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 18,806 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 15,242 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 11,725 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 8,161 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 8,161 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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ML04 ZXB is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ML04 ZXB, 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 ML04 ZXB registered?

ML04 ZXB is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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