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FX53 OSN

2003 Skoda Superb

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

273,760 mi
Last recorded273,760 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 OSN
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2014 273,760 miles

Body damage to offside rear door.

Both front headlight len's deteriorated & recuced pattern.

Offside front door window inop.

Fail 6 Feb 2014 273,760 miles

Body damage to offside rear door.

Both front headlight len's deteriorated & recuced pattern.

Offside front door window inop.

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 268,066 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 267,808 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 261,079 miles

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

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Jan 2011 253,531 miles

front discs worn

n/s front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 15 Jan 2010 246,389 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 236,487 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on outer edges

Pass 4 Dec 2007 228,828 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 221,488 miles

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

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 OSN is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX53 OSN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FX53 OSN?

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What year was FX53 OSN registered?

FX53 OSN is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is FX53 OSN safe to buy?

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