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P42 SWU

1996 Skoda Felicia Lxi

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,507 mi
Last recorded76,507 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Skoda Felicia Lxi70,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 SWU
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia Lxi
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2008 76,507 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 76,507 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 74,005 miles

hand brake just passed efficiency

poor repair to brake pipes at rear clips missing but tire wraped in place

Fail 16 Jul 2007 74,005 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 68,783 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 68,783 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia Lxi?

Based on 6,011 MOT tests across 1,267 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
6,317
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 900
constant velocity joint gaiter split 562
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 479
Headlamp aim too low 463
Direction indicator incorrect colour 327
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P42 SWU is a 1996 Skoda Felicia Lxi in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Skoda Felicia Lxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 70,961 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 Lxi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 900 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P42 SWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P42 SWU registered?

P42 SWU is a 1996 Skoda Felicia Lxi, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P42 SWU safe to buy?

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