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OV59 VUL

2009 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

197,812 mi
Last recorded197,812 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Skoda Superb98,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 VUL
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 197,812 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2025 192,042 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 182,129 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2023 182,129 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 168,387 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 261,036 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Jan 2022 261,036 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 259,076 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 248,041 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 240,055 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 200,804 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2016 162,124 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre inner and outer side walls cracking

Pass 14 May 2015 110,422 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 102,610 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 102,610 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 72,150 miles

front brake pads and brake discs appear very worn

Fail 16 Dec 2013 72,150 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake pads and brake discs appear very worn

Pass 18 Dec 2012 36,576 miles

nsf tyre flat .

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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OV59 VUL is a 2009 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 98,488 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 OV59 VUL, 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 17 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OV59 VUL registered?

OV59 VUL is a 2009 Skoda Superb, first registered on 17 December 2009.

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