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S479 CGU

1998 Skoda Felicia

Blue Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2011
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

113,207 mi
Last recorded113,207 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS479 CGU
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2010 113,207 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2009 108,445 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 107,777 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

Fail 24 Nov 2008 107,777 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Front bumper insecure

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 100,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Nov 2007 100,448 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2007 100,372 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

near side rear tyre worn on outer edge

rear load space corroded on off side and near side

Pass 17 Oct 2006 98,982 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 98,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Oct 2005 86,242 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 86,242 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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S479 CGU is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Blue with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 S479 CGU, 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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S479 CGU is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 14 August 1998.

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