1997 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · R534 CTU
1997 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 57,285 miles. MOT expired on 13 Aug 2007.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Aug 2007
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Mar 2008)
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,285 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R534 CTU Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/08/2006
- 57,285 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
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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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.
R534 CTU Mileage History
- 14/08/200657,282 mi
- 14/08/200657,285 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 25,768 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
R534 CTU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Skoda Felicia (R534 CTU) between August 2006 and August 2006.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 August 2006 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.
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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