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FV05 THU

2005 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

112,695 mi
Last recorded112,695 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 THU
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2019 112,695 miles

All direction indicators not working only operational if hazard switch depressed (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Hazard warning switch inoperative or another component in the circuit (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted repair has sharp protruding edges (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left excessively (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Under-body / floor damaged/dented/scraped

Pass 1 Jun 2018 107,277 miles

Nearside Front tyre, worn inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre, worn inner and outer edges

Fail 1 Jun 2018 107,277 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre, worn inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre, worn inner and outer edges

Pass 15 Jun 2017 100,485 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 100,350 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 91,969 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 91,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 83,369 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 May 2014 73,546 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 63,762 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

head lamp lens deteriorated

Pass 12 Jun 2013 63,762 miles

head lamp lens deteriorated

Pass 17 May 2012 52,902 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 52,902 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 43,726 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 43,726 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 33,099 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 21,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 21,137 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 13,541 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 13,541 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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FV05 THU is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 FV05 THU, 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.

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What year was FV05 THU registered?

FV05 THU is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is FV05 THU safe to buy?

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