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FX53 KLJ

2003 Skoda Superb

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

143,241 mi
Last recorded143,241 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 KLJ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 143,241 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 16 Mar 2018 143,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 135,335 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 25 Mar 2016 124,945 miles

EML light on

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 113,895 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

headlight pattern poor close to limit

rear side lights very dull close to limit

Pass 28 Jan 2014 103,369 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Fail 28 Jan 2014 103,369 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 93,943 miles

1) tyres 205 55 16

2) exhaust corroded

3) headlights condensated only just acceptable

Pass 20 Dec 2011 83,361 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 20 Dec 2011 83,361 miles

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

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2010 70,452 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 70,333 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 51,766 miles

osr seat belt checked with child seat in place

Pass 5 Jan 2009 44,304 miles

front brake discs are rusty

Pass 29 Apr 2008 41,189 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 32,755 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 32,755 miles

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

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 KLJ is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KLJ, 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 KLJ registered?

FX53 KLJ is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is FX53 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 KLJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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