1998 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · S747 AJL
1998 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1998. Recorded mileage 53,300 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S747 AJL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2025
- 53,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S747 AJL 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 (S747 AJL) between May 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 June 2025 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 (13 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))”.
S747 AJL Mileage History
- 19/05/202352,991 mi
- 09/07/202453,208 mi+217 mi
- 19/07/202453,213 mi+5 mi
- 18/06/202553,296 mi+83 mi
- 19/06/202553,300 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 148 miles per year across 5 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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