1997 Skoda Felicia 1.9L Diesel · R849 FHS
1997 Skoda Felicia (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/11/1997. Recorded mileage 118,295 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2012
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/01/2011)
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,295 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1896cc
R849 FHS Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2011
- 118,295 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
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.
R849 FHS Mileage History
- 21/07/200683,481 mi
- 21/07/200683,481 mi
- 31/12/200793,275 mi+9,794 mi
- 04/01/200893,295 mi+20 mi
- 31/12/2008102,928 mi+9,633 mi
- 23/01/2010111,643 mi+8,715 mi
- 28/01/2010111,719 mi+76 mi
- 29/01/201011,740 mi-99,979 mi
- 07/02/2011118,294 mi+106,554 mi
- 17/02/2011118,295 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 7,605 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
R849 FHS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Skoda Felicia (R849 FHS) between July 2006 and February 2011.
The record contains 5 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 17 February 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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: “Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)”; “Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)”; “Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)”.
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.