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R489 HCD

1998 Skoda Felicia L

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,167 mi
Last recorded95,167 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2007
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia L65,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 HCD
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia L
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2007 95,167 miles

For advises see VT 32 dated march 17 2007

Fail 17 Mar 2007 95,165 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front wipers poor

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

strong advise front brake pads very low

Pass 7 Dec 2005 76,973 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 76,973 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia L?

Based on 3,274 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
6,061
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 518
constant velocity joint gaiter split 364
Headlamp aim too low 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 223
Direction indicator incorrect colour 177
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R489 HCD is a 1998 Skoda Felicia L in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Skoda Felicia L models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 65,447 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 L fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 518 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R489 HCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Felicia L typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Skoda Felicia L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R489 HCD registered?

R489 HCD is a 1998 Skoda Felicia L, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is R489 HCD safe to buy?

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