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KP08 GZC

2008 Skoda Superb

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,561 mi
Last recorded176,561 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Skoda Superb98,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 GZC
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 176,561 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on the inner tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

drive belt clatter noise

engine flywheel noise possible dual mass

under covers fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2019 165,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 irregular feel/wear and general wear @2.5mm ( limit 1.6mm ) (5.2.3 (e))

slight weak return at nearside front and nearside rear seat belts

Pass 26 Jan 2018 151,853 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear (3.5.1i)

drive belt noise/chatter

engine and part underbody covers fitted

irregular feel/wear at offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage/nicks and slight irregular feel/wear

noise from flywheel area - suspect Dual Mass Flywheel fault

Fail 26 Jan 2018 151,850 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside front and both rear (1.4.A.2f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear (3.5.1i)

drive belt noise/chatter

engine and part underbody covers fitted

engine oil dip stick tight in tube

irregular feel/wear at offside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre has sidewall damage/nicks and slight irregular feel/wear

noise from flywheel area - suspect Dual Mass Flywheel fault

offside front tyre sidewall damage/nicks and wear @2mm (limit 1.6mm )

Pass 7 Feb 2017 142,892 miles

noise from drive belt area

noise from flywheel area- suspect DMF

phone holder and other accessories attached to front dashboard not seriously affecting drivers view

slight sidewall damage/nicks at offside front, nearside front and nearside rear tyres

Fail 7 Feb 2017 142,892 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

noise from drive belt area

noise from flywheel area- suspect DMF

phone holder and other accessories attached to front dashboard not seriously affecting drivers view

slight sidewall damage/nicks at offside front, nearside front and nearside rear tyres

Pass 11 Feb 2016 132,728 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 106,155 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 106,155 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 75,747 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

chatter from gearbox/flywheel area

engine and part underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

glow plug lamp flashing

offside rear tyre wear @3mm ( limit 1.6mm )

slight weak return at offside and nearside seatbelts

Fail 25 Jan 2014 75,747 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

chatter from gearbox/flywheel area

engine and part underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

glow plug lamp flashing

offside rear tyre wear @3mm ( limit 1.6mm )

slight weak return at offside and nearside seatbelts

Pass 26 Jan 2013 42,124 miles

engine and part underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

headlamp aims on lower limits

rear brake pads wearing thin ( recom replacement )

recom wheel allignment check

Fail 25 Jan 2013 42,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

both front tyres have inner walls cracking/splitting,and edges worn ( stepped tread patterns ) recom replacement

engine and part underbody covers fitted not allowing full inspection

headlamp aims on lower limits

rear brake pads wearing thin ( recom replacement )

recom wheel allignment check

Pass 21 Feb 2012 18,281 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 12,574 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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KP08 GZC is a 2008 Skoda Superb in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,183 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 KP08 GZC, 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 18 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KP08 GZC registered?

KP08 GZC is a 2008 Skoda Superb, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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