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LF53 SLZ

2003 Skoda Superb

Black Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,404 mi
Last recorded70,404 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 SLZ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 70,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 66,920 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 63,957 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 57,606 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 51,997 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 48,623 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 11 Jun 2019 41,576 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 16 Jun 2018 35,566 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 26,314 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 25,967 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 24,417 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 23,215 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 23,215 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 21,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 19,926 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 17,771 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 16,233 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 15,119 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 12,280 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 12,280 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 8,974 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 6,990 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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LF53 SLZ is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Black with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LF53 SLZ, 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.

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What year was LF53 SLZ registered?

LF53 SLZ is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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