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S783 DGH

1998 Skoda Felicia

White Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,060 mi
Last recorded26,060 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS783 DGH
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 26,060 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 26,056 miles

N/s/f suspension top mount movement

Pass 7 Sep 2023 26,053 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 26,016 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 25,938 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 25,909 miles

O/s/f shock absorber suspension top mount worn

Pass 22 Aug 2019 25,888 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 25,841 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 25,839 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2018 25,838 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 25,000 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 24,263 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 24,263 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 23,140 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 22,336 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 22,336 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 22,124 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 21,986 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 21,694 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 21,278 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 20,778 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 20,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 20,583 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 20,207 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 19,542 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 18,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 Jul 2005 18,576 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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S783 DGH is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in White with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S783 DGH, 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 S783 DGH registered?

S783 DGH is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S783 DGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S783 DGH shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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