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R291 GRO

1998 Skoda Felicia

Red Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,144 mi
Last recorded13,144 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 GRO
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 13,144 miles

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 13,144 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 13,144 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 13,144 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 13,144 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 13,144 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 13,144 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 13,144 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 13,144 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 13,144 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 13,144 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 13,144 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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R291 GRO is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Red with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R291 GRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R291 GRO registered?

R291 GRO is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R291 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 GRO shows 12 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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