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GK56 VDE

2006 Skoda Superb

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

164,687 mi
Last recorded164,687 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Skoda Superb97,144 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 VDE
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 164,687 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 156,995 miles

ecu light displayed on dash

Fail 9 Dec 2014 156,952 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside outer c,v boot heavily perished

recommend timing belt kit if due

wiper blades poor

Pass 23 Nov 2013 149,462 miles

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

engine management light on

Pass 19 Oct 2012 136,094 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 136,094 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine light on.

Pass 28 Oct 2011 115,495 miles

n/s/r tyre cut in tread & outer wall

rear tyres getting low & feathering

Fail 27 Oct 2011 115,485 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre cut in tread & outer wall

rear tyres getting low & feathering

Pass 20 Nov 2010 92,760 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2010 92,760 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 66,650 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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GK56 VDE is a 2006 Skoda Superb in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 97,144 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 GK56 VDE, 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 20 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GK56 VDE registered?

GK56 VDE is a 2006 Skoda Superb, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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