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R257 HSC

1997 Skoda Felicia L

White Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

110,474 mi
Last recorded110,474 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Skoda Felicia L64,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 HSC
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia L
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2008 110,474 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Jan 2008 110,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 92,985 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 13 Dec 2006 92,985 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 85,029 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 85,029 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia L?

Based on 3,274 MOT tests across 670 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
6,061
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
670
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 518
constant velocity joint gaiter split 364
Headlamp aim too low 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 223
Direction indicator incorrect colour 177
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R257 HSC is a 1997 Skoda Felicia L in White with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Skoda Felicia L models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 64,279 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Felicia L fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 518 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R257 HSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Felicia L typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Skoda Felicia L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R257 HSC registered?

R257 HSC is a 1997 Skoda Felicia L, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R257 HSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 HSC shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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