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FP55 YWA

2005 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

129,104 mi
Last recorded129,104 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 YWA
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 129,104 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 129,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 102,086 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 89,899 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2014 89,898 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/r tyre spliting on inner sidewall

Pass 21 Mar 2013 77,101 miles

fan belt noisy and tensioner poss weak

front tyres wearing on inside edges

n/s/f outer cv joint poss noisy

rear inner pads look low

rear no plate deteriorating

Fail 21 Mar 2013 77,101 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

fan belt noisy and tensioner poss weak

front tyres wearing on inside edges

n/s/f outer cv joint poss noisy

rear inner pads look low

rear no plate deteriorating

Pass 16 Mar 2012 63,031 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 63,031 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/F Tyre wear on edges.

N/S/R Tyre wear on outer edge.

Pass 25 Mar 2011 47,874 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 47,118 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 37,761 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 37,761 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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FP55 YWA is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 105,075 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 FP55 YWA, 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 21 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 FP55 YWA registered?

FP55 YWA is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is FP55 YWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 YWA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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