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KV05 AFY

2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

166,341 mi
Last recorded166,341 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI96,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 AFY
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb Elegance TDI
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 166,341 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 137,456 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 136,791 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 141,456 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 141,456 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/r brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Mar 2012 123,747 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 107,123 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 107,123 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 89,265 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 70,541 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 53,770 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Superb Elegance TDI?

Based on 408 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
10,241
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 10
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
Registration plate lamp not working 6
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 4
Headlamp aim too low 4
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KV05 AFY is a 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 96,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Superb Elegance TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV05 AFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Superb Elegance TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Skoda Superb Elegance TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KV05 AFY registered?

KV05 AFY is a 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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