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Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a reliable? We analysed 6,325 real MOT tests across 2,010 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,325 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.7%
Typical Mileage
51,277mi
Annual Mileage
14,477mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a.

Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Number Plates

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Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.5%
2024
96%
2023
91%
2022
89.5%
2021
86.4%
2020
86.7%
2019

Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16

Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
8,576 mi/yr
Typical
14,477 mi/yr
Average
20,859 mi/yr
Heavy usage
29,044 mi/yr

Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2024 67 95.5% 5,427 11,506 25,500
2023 301 96.0% 18,267 32,889 59,858
2022 401 91.0% 29,198 41,281 68,669
2021 1,164 89.5% 32,065 52,150 84,284
2020 2,687 86.4% 34,451 55,336 82,082
2019 990 86.7% 35,758 53,770 82,659

How Long Does a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Last?

Based on 2,010 Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.7 years
Median
4.0 years

Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
51,277 mi
75th Percentile
79,855 mi
95th Percentile
142,331 mi
Max Recorded
563,138 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

96.0% MOT pass rate from 301 tests

Year to avoid
2020

86.4% MOT pass rate from 2,687 tests

The best year to buy a used Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.0% across 301 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a THIS CAR 88.7% 6,325 51,277 mi — yrs
Skoda Fabia 76% 4,863,673 58,216 mi 26 yrs
Skoda Octavia 77.7% 3,816,734 87,093 mi 28 yrs
Skoda Yeti 84.4% 844,079 52,202 mi 17 yrs
Dacia Sandero Ambiance 88% 3,311 44,925 mi — yrs

Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a?

The Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% across 6,325 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a owner drives around 14,477 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a reliable?
Based on 6,325 MOT tests, the Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a has a 88.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a do per year?
The typical Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a does around 14,477 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Skoda Superb SE L TDI S-a is 2023 with a 96.0% pass rate across 301 tests.