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S38 VKE

1998 Skoda Felicia

Silver Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

46,862 mi
Last recorded46,862 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS38 VKE
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 46,862 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 44,996 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 44,186 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 43,815 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 43,815 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 43,653 miles

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2014 42,908 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 42,404 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 42,404 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2012 41,964 miles

all tyres perished on side walls

Pass 19 Jul 2011 40,890 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 40,890 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 39,563 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 38,148 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 38,148 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 22 Jul 2008 36,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 36,822 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 35,629 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 31,396 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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S38 VKE is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Silver with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 S38 VKE, 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 S38 VKE registered?

S38 VKE is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S38 VKE safe to buy?

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