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P253 DRR

1996 Skoda Felicia LX

Red Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,161 mi
Last recorded62,161 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Skoda Felicia LX68,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP253 DRR
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia LX
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2007 62,161 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 61,749 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 61,730 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia LX?

Based on 1,773 MOT tests across 355 vehicles.

61.9%
Pass Rate
5,911
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
355
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 266
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 187
constant velocity joint gaiter split 182
Headlamp aim too low 122
Direction indicator incorrect colour 93
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P253 DRR is a 1996 Skoda Felicia LX in Red with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Skoda Felicia LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.7% with a typical mileage of 68,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Felicia LX fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 266 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P253 DRR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Felicia LX typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Skoda Felicia LX is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P253 DRR registered?

P253 DRR is a 1996 Skoda Felicia LX, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P253 DRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P253 DRR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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