1998 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · R265 FGV
1998 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 17 Jun 1998. Recorded mileage 36,985 miles. MOT expired on 30 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,985 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R265 FGV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2025
- 36,985 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
R265 FGV Mileage History
- 17/05/202236,577 mi
- 16/05/202336,730 mi+153 mi
- 09/05/202436,882 mi+152 mi
- 09/05/202436,882 mi
- 12/05/202536,985 mi+103 mi
Average of roughly 137 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R265 FGV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Skoda Felicia (R265 FGV) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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