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P493 NLB

1997 Skoda Felicia Lxi

Black Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,006 mi
Last recorded101,006 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Skoda Felicia Lxi74,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP493 NLB
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia Lxi
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2007 101,006 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 101,006 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 94,289 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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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P493 NLB is a 1997 Skoda Felicia Lxi in Black with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Skoda Felicia Lxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 74,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P493 NLB, 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 29 years old, this Skoda Felicia Lxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P493 NLB registered?

P493 NLB is a 1997 Skoda Felicia Lxi, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P493 NLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P493 NLB 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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