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LJZ 5540

2007 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

141,954 mi
Last recorded141,954 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJZ 5540
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb Elegance TDI
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 141,954 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2025 141,947 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 135,680 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 123,875 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2023 123,646 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 119,503 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 119,412 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 116,387 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 110,939 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 110,880 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 107,768 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 107,655 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 105,136 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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LJZ 5540 is a 2007 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 LJZ 5540, 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 19 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 LJZ 5540 registered?

LJZ 5540 is a 2007 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI, first registered on 3 January 2007.

Is LJZ 5540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJZ 5540 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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