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Skoda Fabia

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LS04 FABMOT history

LS04 FAB is a red diesel Skoda Fabia first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 196,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

LS04 FAB red Skoda Fabia – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Skoda Fabia, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
196,772 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 FAB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Fabia
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 FAB was last recorded at 196,772 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 15,407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,365 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
15,407 miles
Average per year
9,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,772 miles
  • 2025 – 181,365 miles
  • 2024 – 163,122 miles
  • 2023 – 150,565 miles
  • 2022 – 142,282 miles
  • 2021 – 132,500 miles
  • 2020 – 127,972 miles
  • 2019 – 115,735 miles
  • 2018 – 109,340 miles
  • 2017 – 104,843 miles
  • 2016 – 101,631 miles
  • 2015 – 89,896 miles
  • 2014 – 84,566 miles
  • 2013 – 77,345 miles
  • 2012 – 69,180 miles
  • 2011 – 58,851 miles
  • 2010 – 50,632 miles
  • 2009 – 38,289 miles
  • 2008 – 28,911 miles
  • 2007 – 18,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,772 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

32 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,772 miles (+15,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    196,772 miles
    Test number
    251634672059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass181,365 miles (+18,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,365 miles
    Test number
    359450093060
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded
  3. Pass163,122 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    163,122 miles
    Test number
    150374968153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box skin coming away but not blowing
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail163,122 miles (+12,557)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,122 miles
    Test number
    490450523763
    • DangerousFront Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up both (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box skin coming away but not blowing
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass150,565 miles (+211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    150,565 miles
    Test number
    301251280800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
  6. Fail150,354 miles (+8,072)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,354 miles
    Test number
    279816669497
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
  7. Pass142,282 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,282 miles
    Test number
    710975211304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail142,282 miles (+9,782)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,282 miles
    Test number
    327700790359
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass132,500 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    132,500 miles
    Test number
    230552183650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber protective cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber protective cover loose
  10. Fail132,488 miles (+4,516)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,488 miles
    Test number
    725585740782
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber protective cover loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber protective cover loose
  11. Pass127,972 miles (+12,237)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,972 miles
    Test number
    535157645412
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  12. Pass115,735 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,735 miles
    Test number
    712337876778
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch poor operation
    • AdvisorySteering light illuminated once at start of test, operated normally for majority/remainder of test, benefit of doubt given
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  13. Fail115,735 miles (+6,395)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,735 miles
    Test number
    531288326189
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (front bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and offside front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch poor operation
    • AdvisorySteering light illuminated once at start of test, operated normally for majority/remainder of test, benefit of doubt given
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  14. Pass109,340 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,340 miles
    Test number
    179357246954
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth h/lights cloudy
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slight corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  15. Fail109,340 miles (+4,497)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,340 miles
    Test number
    167424727556
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth h/lights cloudy
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slight corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  16. Pass104,843 miles (+3,212)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,843 miles
    Test number
    151213331545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass101,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    939009306098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail101,631 miles (+11,735)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    311184992365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
  19. Pass89,896 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,896 miles
    Test number
    488901325161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,292 miles (+4,726)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,292 miles
    Test number
    845146085094
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  21. Pass84,566 miles (+7,221)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,566 miles
    Test number
    166647894410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,345 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,345 miles
    Test number
    347339883044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside handbrake lever on caliper not returning fully to stop
  23. Fail77,345 miles (+8,165)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,345 miles
    Test number
    977015583069
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside handbrake lever on caliper not returning fully to stop
  24. Pass69,180 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    118717362435
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing uneven on tread
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake caliper lever not fully returning to stop
  25. Fail69,180 miles (+10,329)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    567787762067
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing uneven on tread
    • NoteOffside rear handbrake caliper lever not fully returning to stop
  26. Fail58,851 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,851 miles
    Test number
    118706061413
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing lumpy
    • NoteSlight brake bind front brakes
    • NoteTravel on park brake
  27. Pass58,851 miles (+8,219)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,851 miles
    Test number
    847726061092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing lumpy
    • NoteSlight brake bind front brakes
    • NoteTravel on park brake
  28. Pass50,632 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,632 miles
    Test number
    320909060036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteApprox. 30% left on inner of front brake pads,discs corroded and worn.
    • NoteN/s/front washer jet, weak spray.
  29. Fail50,631 miles (+12,342)2 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,631 miles
    Test number
    523888760096
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteApprox. 30% left on inner of front brake pads,discs corroded and worn.
    • NoteN/s/front washer jet, weak spray.
  30. Pass38,289 miles (+9,378)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,289 miles
    Test number
    892593939072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both rear brake discs
  31. Pass28,911 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,911 miles
    Test number
    352909438092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass18,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,695 miles
    Test number
    551302927013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 FAB

Does LS04 FAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 FAB is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS04 FAB?
The MOT on LS04 FAB is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 FAB done?
LS04 FAB was recorded at 196,772 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 9,313 miles a year.
Has LS04 FAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 FAB has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS04 FAB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS04 FAB find?
LS04 FAB passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front wing corroded; offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive from engine.

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