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W497 UCJ

2000 Skoda Felicia Classic

Blue Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,892 mi
Last recorded89,892 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2009
Typical for 2000 Skoda Felicia Classic59,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 UCJ
MakeSkoda
ModelFelicia Classic
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2009 89,892 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 82,593 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 82,593 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 76,691 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 62,442 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 62,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Skoda Felicia Classic?

Based on 727 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
6,670
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 91
Brake pipe excessively corroded 71
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37
Headlamp aim too low 28
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23
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W497 UCJ is a 2000 Skoda Felicia Classic in Blue with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Skoda Felicia Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 59,530 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 Classic fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W497 UCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Felicia Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Skoda Felicia Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W497 UCJ registered?

W497 UCJ is a 2000 Skoda Felicia Classic, first registered on 8 July 2000.

Is W497 UCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W497 UCJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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