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R589 DMB

1998 Skoda Felicia

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

88,607 mi
Last recorded88,607 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR589 DMB
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 88,607 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 88,607 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged pipe retaining clip missing (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 87,207 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 85,507 miles

Nearside Front oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2019 85,507 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front oil leak

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 83,477 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Jan 2017 81,366 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 78,965 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly discoloured around the edge (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 78,965 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly discoloured around the edge (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 76,056 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 73,196 miles

nearside wiper blade deteriated but still clears screen

Pass 28 Jan 2013 70,345 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 67,374 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 64,226 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 60,537 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 56,189 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 52,668 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 48,454 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 44,132 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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R589 DMB is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R589 DMB, 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 R589 DMB registered?

R589 DMB is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R589 DMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R589 DMB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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