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TGZ 1707

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

104,358 mi
Last recorded104,358 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGZ 1707
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 104,358 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 100,754 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 96,170 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 90,512 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 88,583 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 86,867 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 85,392 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 83,701 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 27 Dec 2017 82,342 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut to sidewall not showing cord

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 79,365 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2016 79,364 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 78,114 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

child seat in rear

Pass 3 Dec 2014 75,120 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 68,886 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 62,214 miles

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)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 54,627 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 48,058 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 41,796 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 34,905 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 24,716 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 24,538 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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TGZ 1707 is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 TGZ 1707, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGZ 1707 registered?

TGZ 1707 is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is TGZ 1707 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGZ 1707 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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