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R993 EFM

1998 Skoda Felicia

Green Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

59,575 mi
Last recorded59,575 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR993 EFM
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2013 59,575 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 59,575 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 54,075 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2011 50,022 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 50,022 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 45,535 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 431,025 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f drivers door check strap insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2009 431,025 miles

n/s/f drivers door check strap insecure

Fail 17 Jan 2008 40,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 40,177 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 34,580 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 34,580 miles

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

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

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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R993 EFM is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Green with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R993 EFM, 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 R993 EFM registered?

R993 EFM is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R993 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R993 EFM shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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