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FD53 KXM

2003 Skoda Superb

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

219,191 mi
Last recorded219,191 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 KXM
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 219,191 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 213,844 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 199,242 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 179,671 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 179,671 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 155,483 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 130,323 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 130,323 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 100,743 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007

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

Pass 23 Nov 2006 27,185 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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FD53 KXM is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 FD53 KXM, 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 FD53 KXM registered?

FD53 KXM is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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