CarVerify

Free Car Check

R299 SSW

1998 Skoda Felicia

Red Petrol 1289cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,440 mi
Last recorded84,440 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above 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

RegistrationR299 SSW
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2009 84,440 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2009 84,440 miles

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

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 79,139 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 79,078 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 76,678 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 76,678 miles

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

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 69,399 miles

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
Full Skoda Felicia 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

R299 SSW is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Red with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R299 SSW, 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

How do I check the history of R299 SSW?

You can check the full history of R299 SSW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R299 SSW registered?

R299 SSW is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is R299 SSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R299 SSW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R299 SSW 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 R299 SSW. 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.