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R513 GEV

1998 Skoda Felicia

Silver Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,677 mi
Last recorded83,677 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR513 GEV
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 83,677 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres bald on inner edges

oil level low

rear exhaust box corroded and baffles breaking up inside

rear wiper split

Fail 9 May 2013 83,677 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres bald on inner edges

oil level low

rear exhaust box corroded and baffles breaking up inside

rear wiper split

Fail 16 May 2012 72,458 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

unable to see condition of front brake pads

Pass 16 May 2012 72,458 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

unable to see condition of front brake pads

Pass 12 May 2011 59,539 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 47,007 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 47,007 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,043 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 30,966 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 28,093 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 27,502 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R513 GEV is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Silver with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R513 GEV, 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.

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What year was R513 GEV registered?

R513 GEV is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R513 GEV safe to buy?

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