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GTG 721

1997 Skoda Felicia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

171,860 mi
Last recorded171,860 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Skoda Felicia70,875 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTG 721
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 171,860 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 171,768 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Battery insecure

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia?

Based on 560,899 MOT tests across 64,461 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
4,468
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
64,461
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,886
constant velocity joint gaiter split 37,453
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,356
Headlamp aim too low 30,565
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,165
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GTG 721 is a 1997 Skoda Felicia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Skoda Felicia models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 70,875 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Felicia fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 58,886 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GTG 721, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Felicia typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Skoda Felicia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GTG 721 registered?

GTG 721 is a 1997 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is GTG 721 safe to buy?

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