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ML04 ZXW

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,084 mi
Last recorded144,084 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML04 ZXW
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020 144,084 miles

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

body, underside and components corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2019 140,682 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 133,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front. (1.2.1 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted.

exhaust in poor condition.

Pass 29 Apr 2017 125,642 miles

eml on

front tyres wearing on insides

Fail 29 Apr 2017 125,642 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

eml on

front tyres wearing on insides

Pass 20 May 2016 111,297 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre cracked on inner side wall

Pass 25 May 2015 102,295 miles
Fail 25 May 2015 102,288 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2014 44,604 miles

air box loose

rear tyres wearing on inside edge/and osr tyre splitting

Fail 17 Apr 2014 87,012 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 73,915 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 63,899 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 63,877 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 59,078 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 53,134 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 46,499 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

small cut at nearside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 27 Mar 2008 39,493 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 30,497 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 ZXW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 ZXW, 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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ML04 ZXW is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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