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OV04 ZYD

2004 Skoda Fabia

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

163,204 mi
Last recorded163,204 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV04 ZYD
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 163,204 miles

Nearside Rear lamp unit damaged

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

all brake discs worn / corroded /pitted

both headlights poor image

nearside rear body damage

Fail 30 Dec 2024 163,204 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear lamp unit damaged

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

all brake discs worn / corroded /pitted

both headlights poor image

nearside rear body damage

Pass 2 Dec 2022

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Dec 2021 128,379 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 104,639 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 104,639 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 100,636 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 96,457 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Fail 25 Sep 2018 96,456 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens discoloured (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen lens discoloured (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover insecure

Pass 2 Oct 2017 93,095 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2016 88,005 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 79,028 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 1 Oct 2015 79,028 miles

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

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

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 74,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

off side rear tyreshowing signs of kerb srubbing

Fail 6 Oct 2014 14,932 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

off side rear tyreshowing signs of kerb srubbing

Pass 14 Oct 2013 69,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Oct 2013 69,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 May 2012 59,198 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2012 59,198 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 51,570 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 51,570 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all brake discs worn

Pass 27 May 2010 44,999 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 44,999 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 37,506 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2009 37,506 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 May 2008 29,136 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 20,754 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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OV04 ZYD is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 OV04 ZYD, 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 OV04 ZYD registered?

OV04 ZYD is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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