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Skoda Felicia

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S78 XUYMOT history

S78 XUY is a blue diesel Skoda Felicia first used on 20 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2023
Mileage
98,295 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 XUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Skoda
Model
Felicia
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
20 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S78 XUY was last recorded at 98,295 miles on 3 Jul 2023, 8,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,200 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,095 miles
Average per year
4,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,295 miles
  • 2022 – 90,200 miles
  • 2021 – 83,924 miles
  • 2020 – 77,063 miles
  • 2019 – 73,206 miles
  • 2018 – 67,323 miles
  • 2016 – 63,051 miles
  • 2015 – 57,167 miles
  • 2014 – 49,737 miles
  • 2012 – 34,933 miles
  • 2011 – 24,699 miles
  • 2010 – 20,098 miles
  • 2009 – 20,077 miles
  • 2008 – 20,034 miles
  • 2007 – 19,943 miles
  • 2006 – 19,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,295 miles
  • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure fowling on copper brake pipes on load sensing valve (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70 R13

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,295 miles (+8,095)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,295 miles
    Test number
    883386253657
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure fowling on copper brake pipes on load sensing valve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass90,200 miles (+6,276)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    90,200 miles
    Test number
    162481689805
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking around tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower edge of quarter panel corroded - possible risk of injury to pedestrians
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  3. Pass83,924 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,924 miles
    Test number
    672532618493
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70 R13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Fail83,924 miles (+6,861)3 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,924 miles
    Test number
    911842492817
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracking around tread grooves 165/70 R13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working Lens missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70 R13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  5. Pass77,063 miles (+3,857)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,063 miles
    Test number
    892307563812
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper Damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass73,206 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,206 miles
    Test number
    757806757684
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,206 miles (+5,883)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,206 miles
    Test number
    849525406768
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass67,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,323 miles
    Test number
    580278871949
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant form engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail67,323 miles (+4,272)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,323 miles
    Test number
    426289037379
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront coil spring broken both sides (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

  10. Pass63,051 miles (+5,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,051 miles
    Test number
    916307714424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WING DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  11. Pass57,167 miles (+7,430)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,167 miles
    Test number
    779704735092
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/ wing damaged
    • NoteN/s/f side reapeter lens cracked
    • NoteN/sr bumper cracked
    • NoteO/s/front top mount slight play

  12. Pass49,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,737 miles
    Test number
    476268204090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,737 miles (+14,804)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,737 miles
    Test number
    905817004095
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass34,933 miles (+10,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,933 miles
    Test number
    897324682232
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass24,699 miles (+4,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    24,699 miles
    Test number
    665755601337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass20,098 miles (+21)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    20,098 miles
    Test number
    440047500415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres perished
    • NoteNearside rear brake slight bind

  17. Pass20,077 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,077 miles
    Test number
    672552789203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,034 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    20,034 miles
    Test number
    110850088278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,943 miles (+204)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,943 miles
    Test number
    430416277284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,739 miles
    Test number
    104946576253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S78 XUY

Does S78 XUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S78 XUY expired on 8 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S78 XUY?
The MOT on S78 XUY expired on 8 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S78 XUY done?
S78 XUY was recorded at 98,295 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2023, an average of 4,691 miles a year.
Has S78 XUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 XUY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S78 XUY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S78 XUY find?
S78 XUY failed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: brake servo defective or ineffective; exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine; exhaust system insecure fowling on copper brake pipes on load sensing valve, and 11 more.

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