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FY55 VFB

2005 Skoda Superb

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2015
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

174,737 mi
Last recorded174,737 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 VFB
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 174,737 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 150,240 miles

slight wear to front and rear brake discs

Fail 9 Aug 2013 150,065 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

slight wear to front and rear brake discs

Pass 28 Feb 2013 131,697 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Feb 2013 131,684 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 131,407 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 114,646 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 101,468 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 87,001 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 85,025 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 85,021 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 64,997 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 46,683 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 39,710 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 35,353 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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FY55 VFB is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 FY55 VFB, 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 FY55 VFB registered?

FY55 VFB is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FY55 VFB safe to buy?

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