CarVerify

Free Car Check

R253 BKU

1998 Skoda Felicia Gli D

Blue Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,949 mi
Last recorded82,949 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia Gli D89,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 BKU
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia Gli D
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
View full Skoda Felicia Gli D reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2008 82,949 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 76,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 69,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2005 60,600 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia Gli D?

Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

62.6%
Pass Rate
7,874
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 380
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 221
constant velocity joint gaiter split 199
Headlamp aim too low 183
Direction indicator incorrect colour 150
Full Skoda Felicia Gli D reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R253 BKU is a 1998 Skoda Felicia Gli D in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Skoda Felicia Gli D models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 89,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Felicia Gli D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R253 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Felicia Gli D typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Skoda Felicia Gli D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R253 BKU?

You can check the full history of R253 BKU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R253 BKU registered?

R253 BKU is a 1998 Skoda Felicia Gli D, first registered on 23 July 1998.

Is R253 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 BKU shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R253 BKU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R253 BKU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.