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AV52 LFY

2002 Skoda Superb

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

234,430 mi
Last recorded234,430 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Skoda Superb94,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 LFY
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 234,430 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 232,437 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 213,514 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 213,514 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 197,429 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 175,959 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 175,953 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2013 155,075 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 155,075 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 132,503 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 114,700 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 114,700 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 96,854 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 88,623 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 88,613 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 80,014 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 73,439 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 73,439 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 66,711 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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AV52 LFY is a 2002 Skoda Superb in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2002 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 94,374 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 AV52 LFY, 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 24 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV52 LFY registered?

AV52 LFY is a 2002 Skoda Superb, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is AV52 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 LFY shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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