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JU51 TAX

2005 Skoda Superb

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

238,915 mi
Last recorded238,915 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU51 TAX
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2012 238,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

brake pad warning light comes on

hand brake long travel

Fail 6 Jul 2012 238,559 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

hand brake long travel

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2011 234,044 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Jul 2010 218,857 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 218,856 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 210,529 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 210,527 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 190,578 miles

o/s/f tyre small cut inner sidewall

Fail 20 Oct 2009 190,578 miles

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

o/s/f tyre small cut inner sidewall

Pass 22 Apr 2009 180,930 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 180,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 166,865 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 166,865 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 130,750 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 62,569 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 310 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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JU51 TAX is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 JU51 TAX, 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 JU51 TAX registered?

JU51 TAX is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 24 October 2005.

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