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LJ18 TAU

2018 Skoda Superb

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,723 mi
Last recorded126,723 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 2018 Skoda Superb55,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ18 TAU
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 126,723 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 78,771 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 63,921 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 49,105 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 49,105 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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LJ18 TAU is a 2018 Skoda Superb in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2018 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 55,084 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 LJ18 TAU, 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 8 years old, this Skoda Superb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ18 TAU registered?

LJ18 TAU is a 2018 Skoda Superb, first registered on 1 March 2018.

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