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R183 MPB

1998 Skoda Felicia

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,162 mi
Last recorded86,162 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR183 MPB
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2009 86,162 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s front tyre tread bald on outter edge

o/s and n/s front brake discs worn

o/s front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 18 Jul 2008 76,510 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 76,502 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 71,097 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 63,743 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 63,743 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

stone chip in windscreen

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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R183 MPB is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Skoda Felicia models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 67,201 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 R183 MPB, 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 28 years old, this Skoda Felicia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R183 MPB registered?

R183 MPB is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 19 January 1998.

Is R183 MPB safe to buy?

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