1997 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · P31 YTN
1997 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 1997. Recorded mileage 73,659 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2008.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jun 2008
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (11 Feb 2008)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,659 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P31 YTN Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2007
- 73,659 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P31 YTN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Skoda Felicia (P31 YTN) between May 2005 and June 2007.
The record contains 3 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 June 2007 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”.
P31 YTN Mileage History
- 24/05/200552,614 mi
- 27/05/200552,665 mi+51 mi
- 22/05/200662,804 mi+10,139 mi
- 30/05/200662,805 mi+1 mi
- 18/06/200773,659 mi+10,854 mi
- 25/06/200773,659 mi
Average of roughly 10,088 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Skoda Skoda Felicia
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: SKODA FELICIA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Structural Rust(Serious)
Rear arches, sills, floor edges and front suspension mounting areas corrode heavily on UK cars.
- Cooling System Leaks and Overheating(Moderate)
Ageing hoses, radiators and water pumps cause coolant loss that can quickly turn into overheating on simple engines.
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