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AB08 SMB

2008 Skoda Superb

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

171,172 mi
Last recorded171,172 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Superb98,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 SMB
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 171,172 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 171,032 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 153,819 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 125,504 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 96,079 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 79,670 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 79,661 miles

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 61,459 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 50,227 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 50,095 miles

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 40,595 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 37,643 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 25,284 miles

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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AB08 SMB is a 2008 Skoda Superb in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,183 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AB08 SMB, 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 18 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 SMB registered?

AB08 SMB is a 2008 Skoda Superb, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is AB08 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 SMB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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