Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus reliable? We analysed 1,765 real MOT tests across 402 vehicles to find out.
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The Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, headlamp aim too low and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus.
Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 1,018 | 61.8% | 62,467 | 76,592 | 92,284 |
| 1995 | 730 | 61.4% | 60,412 | 75,868 | 91,005 |
How Long Does a Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Last?
Based on 402 Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus vehicles on UK roads.
Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
61.8% MOT pass rate from 1,018 tests
61.4% MOT pass rate from 730 tests
The best year to buy a used Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 61.8% across 1,018 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus THIS CAR | 61.6% | 1,765 | 75,902 mi | 31 yrs |
| Skoda Fabia | 76% | 4,863,673 | 58,216 mi | 26 yrs |
| Skoda Octavia | 77.7% | 3,816,734 | 87,093 mi | 28 yrs |
| Skoda Yeti | 84.4% | 844,079 | 52,202 mi | 17 yrs |
| Volkswagen Tiguan Elegance TDI S-a | 91.7% | 1,534 | 34,592 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.6% across 1,765 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus are brake pipe excessively corroded (250 recorded failures), headlamp aim too low (173), and tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (153). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus owner drives around 6,021 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Skoda Felicia Lxi Plus models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.