1996 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · P423 DFL
1996 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1996. Recorded mileage 66,892 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jul 2009.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jul 2009
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (24 Aug 2009)
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,892 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P423 DFL Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/07/2009
- 66,892 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P423 DFL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Skoda Felicia (P423 DFL) between July 2006 and July 2009.
The record contains 3 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2009 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)”.
P423 DFL Mileage History
- 14/07/200654,563 mi
- 14/07/200654,563 mi
- 11/07/200760,798 mi+6,235 mi
- 20/07/200760,798 mi
- 17/07/200864,018 mi+3,220 mi
- 17/07/200864,018 mi
- 07/07/200966,892 mi+2,874 mi
Average of roughly 4,134 miles per year across 7 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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