I've noticed that the lenses on our Roomster headlamps, apparently the same design as the Fabia's, have a smeary "bloom" on them - looks almost like something acquired during original assembly but read on. (Not talking about the external polycarb covers by the way - I mean the inner projector lenses themselves)

Car was bought new in 07 and the headlamps have never been touched bar bulb replacement a few weeks back (Philips Extremes, std. wattage, confirmed ok with dealers) and before anyone asks I had noticed the bloom before - never looked that closely however and just thought it was some condensation misting. Car doesn't get much nighttime use.

Have looked at one Fabia (few months old) for comparison and this was similarly affected but not as much. Local Skoda dealers have been approached and have confirmed several Fabias showing signs but again not as bad as our car.

It's difficult to see - you've got to look pretty closely with the headlights on (from the side - with care!) but it's quite apparent once spotted. Probably losing a few precent light output, hence interest.

Anyone else noticed anything? (Don't all rush out at once to look)

Thanks for any feedback.

It's normal and doesn't effect the performance of the headlamp.