1998 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · R118 YPO
1998 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 1998. Recorded mileage 68,775 miles. MOT expired on 30 Nov 2016.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Nov 2016
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (04 Feb 2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,775 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R118 YPO Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2015
- 68,775 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R118 YPO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Skoda Felicia (R118 YPO) between November 2005 and December 2015.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”; “Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”.
R118 YPO Mileage History
- 22/11/200525,410 mi
- 24/11/200525,427 mi+17 mi
- 21/11/200626,800 mi+1,373 mi
- 20/11/200727,753 mi+953 mi
- 13/11/200828,654 mi+901 mi
- 17/11/200931,494 mi+2,840 mi
- 26/11/201034,603 mi+3,109 mi
- 30/05/201242,717 mi+8,114 mi
- 31/05/201347,759 mi+5,042 mi
- 20/11/201459,858 mi+12,099 mi
- 20/11/201459,862 mi+4 mi
- 01/12/201568,775 mi+8,913 mi
Average of roughly 4,327 miles per year across 12 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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