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1553CLJ

2003 Skoda Superb

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

342,580 mi
Last recorded342,580 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1553CLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 342,580 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 342,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside front tyre has cracking in outer tread pattern

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside front tyre has cracking in outer tread pattern and has wear on inner edge

How Reliable is the Skoda Superb?

Based on 755,475 MOT tests across 83,424 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
9,405
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
83,424
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,743
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,269
Registration plate lamp not working 4,908
position lamp(s) not working 4,669
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 4,545
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1553CLJ is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 103,216 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 Superb fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,743 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1553CLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Superb typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 1553CLJ registered?

1553CLJ is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is 1553CLJ safe to buy?

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