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FY52 JBZ

2002 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

158,095 mi
Last recorded158,095 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Skoda Superb94,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 JBZ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2015 158,095 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both font (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

both front springs weak

Fail 15 Dec 2015 158,095 miles

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

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both font (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

both front springs weak

Pass 24 Dec 2014 145,832 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

brake pad light on / pads 5 mm

Fail 23 Dec 2014 145,832 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

brake pad light on / pads 5 mm

Pass 3 Jan 2014 135,726 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 135,726 miles

Offside Front Lower 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)

brake pad warning on unable to see pads without removing wheels

Pass 22 Aug 2012 121,161 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 114,374 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 114,374 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 105,949 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 105,949 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 98,330 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 90,361 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 82,687 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 71,350 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 71,350 miles

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

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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FY52 JBZ is a 2002 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 94,374 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 FY52 JBZ, 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 24 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FY52 JBZ registered?

FY52 JBZ is a 2002 Skoda Superb, first registered on 24 September 2002.

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