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FY62 VGV

2012 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

119,647 mi
Last recorded119,647 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Skoda Superb88,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 VGV
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 119,647 miles

Nearside Rear fuel flap does not lock closed

Offside Rear light, water ingress

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 119,647 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear fuel flap does not lock closed

Offside Rear light, water ingress

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 111,774 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Jun 2024 107,932 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 107,931 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 107,246 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 97,401 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 97,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 89,843 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 89,843 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2020 86,421 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Sep 2020 86,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Sep 2019 76,852 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 66,932 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Fail 24 Sep 2018 66,932 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 7 Sep 2017 56,316 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 44,643 miles

slight play to both front upper shock mounts

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Sep 2015 33,712 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Sep 2015 33,712 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front tyres wearing on inner edge

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 VGV is a 2012 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 VGV, 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.

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What year was FY62 VGV registered?

FY62 VGV is a 2012 Skoda Superb, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is FY62 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 VGV shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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