1997 Skoda Felicia 1.9L Diesel · R453 ADL
1997 Skoda Felicia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 85,382 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/02/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,382 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1896cc
R453 ADL Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/02/2022
- 85,382 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.
R453 ADL Mileage History
- 24/01/202285,381 mi
- 04/02/202285,382 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 33 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
R453 ADL 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 (R453 ADL) between January 2022 and February 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 February 2022 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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