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FG53 UWK

2003 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

140,185 mi
Last recorded140,185 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 UWK
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2012 140,185 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 105,594 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2011 105,594 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 78,832 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 78,832 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 55,611 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 50,165 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 42,541 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 42,541 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 42,510 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 34,991 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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FG53 UWK is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FG53 UWK, 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 FG53 UWK registered?

FG53 UWK is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is FG53 UWK safe to buy?

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