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KV53 AFU

2003 Skoda Superb

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

151,252 mi
Last recorded151,252 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 AFU
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 151,252 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 133,992 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2015 133,992 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 120,614 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 120,614 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 112,969 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

exhaust flexi corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2013 112,968 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

exhaust flexi corroded

nearside headlamp aim deteriorated

Pass 12 Nov 2012 102,865 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 102,865 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 91,098 miles

front brake discs corroded on outer face

Pass 16 Nov 2010 81,450 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 81,450 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 70,088 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 59,551 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 47,253 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 34,314 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 34,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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KV53 AFU is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 103,216 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 KV53 AFU, 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 23 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV53 AFU registered?

KV53 AFU is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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