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BN62 YZV

2012 Skoda Superb

Purple Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

249,730 mi
Last recorded249,730 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Superb88,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 YZV
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2012
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 249,730 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH 1.6MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 231,311 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

minor surface rust at rear

Fail 11 Jan 2025 231,301 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

minor surface rust at rear

Pass 22 Oct 2023 230,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Oct 2023 230,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 216,064 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 Tyres Wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 186,606 miles

Nearside Rear spring assister not fully fitted , spring still functionable

Offside Rear spring assister not fully fitted , spring still functionable

Pass 13 Mar 2020 178,031 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 161,190 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 151,446 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 118,174 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 118,174 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint nearside and offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nearside and offside front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 86,225 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 56,277 miles

offside rear light lens cracked

Pass 20 Mar 2014 31,829 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 7,801 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n,s,r tyre has cut in outer sidewall

Fail 12 Apr 2013 7,801 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n,s,r tyre has cut in outer sidewall

vehicle to be used as taxi,no fire extinguisher or first aid kit fitted

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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BN62 YZV is a 2012 Skoda Superb in Purple with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 88,884 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 BN62 YZV, 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 14 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN62 YZV registered?

BN62 YZV is a 2012 Skoda Superb, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is BN62 YZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 YZV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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