Dichio and Nugent started up front but neither this pairing nor Agyemang or Ormerod could fire past the determined home side. O'neill and Nugent had the best chances for the away side as they managed to keep another clean sheet.
Preston now consolidate sixth position with rivals Wolves only drawing at home to Stoke. Preston have games in hand on all the chasing pack but need to get on another run if they are to end another season at Cardiff.