2000 Skoda Felicia — MOT failures & pass rate
2,490 MOT tests on the 2000 Skoda Felicia are in this dataset, and 71.0% of them passed. That is 2.2 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 26.7%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (13.5%) and suspension (12.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, catalyst emissions and rigid brake pipes — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 298 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 21.1% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 36.7% once past 150k.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 28.8% of the time against 29.0% for petrol.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 42.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 336 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.2% | 304 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.2% | 304 |
| 4 | Brakes | 11.7% | 290 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 10.3% | 256 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.3% | 108 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 298 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 298 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 166 |
| 4 | Joints | 165 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 133 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 129 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 42.8% | 1,066 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.8% | 916 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 24.6% | 613 |
| 4 | Tyres | 24.4% | 607 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 19.2% | 479 |
| 6 | Other defects | 15.7% | 391 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 147 | 21.1% |
| 30-60k | 636 | 25.6% |
| 60-90k | 769 | 29.1% |
| 90-120k | 557 | 32.1% |
| 120-150k | 222 | 29.7% |
| 150k+ | 158 | 36.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 1,817 | 29.0% |
| Diesel | 673 | 28.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 722 | 28.9% |
| 2022 | 602 | 29.9% |
| 2023 | 452 | 27.4% |
| 2024 | 381 | 28.6% |
| 2025 | 333 | 29.7% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Felicia
On a 2000 Felicia, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 13.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (13.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Body, structure & corrosion (12.2% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Skoda Felicias pass their MOT?
71.0% of the 2,490 2000 Skoda Felicia MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 29.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Skoda Felicia?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.5% of tests, followed by suspension (12.2%).
Does the 2000 Felicia get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.1% in the 0-30k band to 36.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,490 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.