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S451 VOF

1998 Skoda Felicia

Red Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

70,448 mi
Last recorded70,448 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS451 VOF
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 70,448 miles

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

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

rear brake pipes have been greased making it difficult to judge condition

Pass 19 Dec 2011 64,120 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 64,114 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 56,268 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 51,991 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 51,062 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 51,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 49,804 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 49,804 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 48,666 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 48,666 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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S451 VOF is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Red with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 S451 VOF, 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 S451 VOF registered?

S451 VOF is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is S451 VOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S451 VOF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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