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R288 GKN

1997 Skoda Felicia Gli D

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

199,390 mi
Last recorded199,390 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Skoda Felicia Gli D98,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 GKN
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia Gli D
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2009 199,390 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 176,430 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 147,388 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia Gli D?

Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 478 vehicles.

62.6%
Pass Rate
7,874
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
478
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 380
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 221
constant velocity joint gaiter split 199
Headlamp aim too low 183
Direction indicator incorrect colour 150
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R288 GKN is a 1997 Skoda Felicia Gli D in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Skoda Felicia Gli D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 98,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Felicia Gli D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R288 GKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R288 GKN registered?

R288 GKN is a 1997 Skoda Felicia Gli D, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R288 GKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 GKN shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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