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FX53 CZP

2003 Skoda Superb

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

208,865 mi
Last recorded208,865 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 CZP
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 208,865 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 208,860 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 194,465 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 178,981 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 160,128 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 160,128 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2012 143,434 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 143,434 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 124,616 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 124,616 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 99,877 miles

brake discs pitted on edges

nsf cv gaiter perished

nsr tyre wearing on edge

Fail 20 Aug 2010 99,876 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake discs pitted on edges

nsf cv gaiter perished

nsr tyre wearing on edge

Pass 13 Aug 2009 88,683 miles

both front outer c.v gaiters cracked and perished

front wipers slightly smeary

Fail 13 Aug 2009 88,683 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both front outer c.v gaiters cracked and perished

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 7 Aug 2008 73,675 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 31 Jul 2007 49,441 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2007 49,441 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2006 31,501 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 31,501 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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FX53 CZP is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 FX53 CZP, 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 FX53 CZP registered?

FX53 CZP is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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