CarVerify

Free Car Check

S879 AVL

1998 Skoda Felicia

Blue Petrol 1289cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

78,096 mi
Last recorded78,096 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Skoda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS879 AVL
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2022 78,096 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear shock absorbers corroded

Fail 4 Feb 2022 78,095 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged exhaust hanger rubbed through main front to rear brakepipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2021 73,692 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/f wiper starting to smear screen

Pass 24 Jan 2020 69,921 miles

Central Front Slight Oil leak from engine, but not constantly dripping.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded over rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear plate peeling but still readable. (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 66,393 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate peeling but still readable (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 64,093 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at back axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at back axle (3.6.B.2c)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 62,010 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 62,002 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 60,388 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 60,388 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 30,388 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 59,138 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 59,138 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 58,030 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear no plate delaminating slightly

Pass 23 Jan 2013 56,215 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 54,113 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 52,386 miles

very light corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

Pass 9 Feb 2010 50,437 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 48,706 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 48,706 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 46,962 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 46,962 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 44,772 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 42,128 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
Full Skoda Felicia reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S879 AVL is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 S879 AVL, 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

How do I check the history of S879 AVL?

You can check the full history of S879 AVL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S879 AVL registered?

S879 AVL is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S879 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S879 AVL shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S879 AVL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S879 AVL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.