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YA04 ZCX

2004 Skoda Fabia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

246,413 mi
Last recorded246,413 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Skoda Fabia70,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA04 ZCX
MakeSkoda
ModelFabia
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 246,413 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2024 237,980 miles

Nearside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 229,400 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 218,401 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 218,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 207,947 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 196,790 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 196,790 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 186,130 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 173,886 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2017 162,204 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 162,202 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 150,191 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 150,191 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 142,476 miles

engine mangement light on

Pass 25 Jul 2014 133,049 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 121,092 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 121,092 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 114,249 miles

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

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

front rack ends slight play

Pass 15 Jul 2011 97,776 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 81,769 miles

brake discs and pads showing signs of wear

Fail 23 Jul 2009 66,771 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 66,771 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 56,697 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 40,113 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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YA04 ZCX is a 2004 Skoda Fabia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 YA04 ZCX, 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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YA04 ZCX is a 2004 Skoda Fabia, first registered on 30 July 2004.

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