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S959 WNM

1998 Skoda Felicia

Red Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,438 mi
Last recorded74,438 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Skoda Felicia67,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS959 WNM
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 74,438 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 73,243 miles

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

some play both front suspension leg top mounts

Pass 23 Sep 2022 72,593 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 72,593 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 71,839 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 70,650 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 69,261 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 69,261 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 68,274 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 67,932 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 66,918 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 66,130 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 65,440 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 65,440 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 64,687 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 63,968 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 61,985 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 61,985 miles

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 59,026 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 56,819 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 54,366 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 54,366 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 50,194 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 46,155 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 41,786 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 41,786 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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S959 WNM is a 1998 Skoda Felicia in Red with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S959 WNM, 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 S959 WNM registered?

S959 WNM is a 1998 Skoda Felicia, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S959 WNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S959 WNM shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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