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ML04 ZXU

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

145,011 mi
Last recorded145,011 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 ZXU
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 145,011 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside 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)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

engine cover fitted

headlamp lenses discoloured

under-trays fitted

Fail 18 May 2017 145,010 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside 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)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

engine cover fitted

headlamp lenses discoloured

under-trays fitted

Pass 25 May 2016 135,961 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

engine cover fitted

under-trays fitted

Fail 25 May 2016 135,960 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

corrosion to rear exhaust silencer

engine cover fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 14 May 2015 124,240 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust silencer (corrosion)

Pass 29 May 2014 112,859 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

ex tailpipe corroded

Pass 28 May 2013 100,350 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

exhaust tailpipe corroded

Pass 29 May 2012 90,152 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear silencer(corrosion)

Pass 31 May 2011 77,095 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 64,023 miles

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

n/s front shock absorber cover insecure

Pass 28 May 2009 53,329 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 38,440 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 27,637 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 ZXU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ML04 ZXU, 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 ZXU registered?

ML04 ZXU is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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