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PL04 PZH

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,706 mi
Last recorded118,706 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 PZH
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 118,706 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 118,706 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 110,600 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 108,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 106,305 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 103,763 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 100,975 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 98,472 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 96,636 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 96,631 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 93,705 miles

both front headlamps deteriorated

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 10 Jul 2017 89,135 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Jul 2016 84,746 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 80,342 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 75,153 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 75,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 67,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2012 64,327 miles

screen has a small chip...

Pass 9 Jul 2011 59,148 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 55,600 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 50,787 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 43,892 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2007 37,361 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 37,361 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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PL04 PZH is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PL04 PZH, 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 PL04 PZH registered?

PL04 PZH is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 17 July 2004.

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