1997 Skoda Felicia 1.3L Petrol · R986 BUH
1997 Skoda Felicia (1.3L, petrol). First registered 19 Aug 1997. Recorded mileage 156,230 miles. MOT valid until 04 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA FELICIA
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,230 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R986 BUH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 156,230 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R986 BUH 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 1997 Skoda Felicia (R986 BUH) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 April 2026 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: Brakes (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.
R986 BUH Mileage History
- 24/04/2023149,046 mi
- 30/04/2024150,853 mi+1,807 mi
- 28/04/2025153,036 mi+2,183 mi
- 06/05/2025153,067 mi+31 mi
- 16/04/2026156,230 mi+3,163 mi
Average of roughly 2,411 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: Good
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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