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FY62 VGJ

2012 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,954 mi
Last recorded145,954 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Superb88,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 VGJ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 145,954 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 142,110 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 137,907 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 130,616 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2023 130,616 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 126,681 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 121,948 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 114,054 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 107,540 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 89,315 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 76,320 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 76,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 61,725 miles

offside front tyre worn off on inner edge.

Pass 28 Aug 2015 47,059 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn. (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded. (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 47,059 miles

Nearside Rear 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 70% worn. (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded. (3.5.1i)

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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FY62 VGJ is a 2012 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 88,884 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 FY62 VGJ, 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 14 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY62 VGJ?

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What year was FY62 VGJ registered?

FY62 VGJ is a 2012 Skoda Superb, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is FY62 VGJ safe to buy?

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