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R49 GBB

1998 Skoda Felicia

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

74,391 mi
Last recorded74,391 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 GBB
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 74,391 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2017 72,965 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel arch

Offside Rear wheel arch

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 72,948 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion sill (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion lower wing (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel arch

Offside Rear wheel arch

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 70,868 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 70,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 68,531 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 65,808 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 62,893 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 60,097 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 60,097 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2011 57,263 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 57,263 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 53,575 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 50,390 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 46,948 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 42,872 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 42,872 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 38,628 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
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R49 GBB is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R49 GBB, 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 R49 GBB registered?

R49 GBB is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R49 GBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 GBB shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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