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AF09 VHJ

2009 Skoda Superb

Maroon Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

150,651 mi
Last recorded150,651 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Skoda Superb98,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF09 VHJ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2009
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 150,651 miles

Exhaust centre sleeve corroded and broken/split

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2026 150,651 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust centre sleeve corroded and broken/split

Handbrake has little reserve travel

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 147,568 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 141,824 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 141,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2023 131,585 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight grease loss (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 122,608 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 114,129 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 114,129 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2020 106,933 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 96,273 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 87,806 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 87,806 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2017 79,030 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 79,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2016 71,124 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 64,393 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 56,226 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 42,028 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 42,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 32,592 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 32,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AF09 VHJ is a 2009 Skoda Superb in Maroon with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2009 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 98,488 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 AF09 VHJ, 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 17 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF09 VHJ registered?

AF09 VHJ is a 2009 Skoda Superb, first registered on 14 March 2009.

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