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GK55 XJC

2005 Skoda Superb

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,805 mi
Last recorded164,805 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 XJC
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 164,805 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 163,065 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 151,286 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 151,286 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 138,038 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 123,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2013 123,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 109,073 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 93,054 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 77,323 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 60,613 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 49,527 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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GK55 XJC is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GK55 XJC, 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 GK55 XJC registered?

GK55 XJC is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is GK55 XJC safe to buy?

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