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OY53 SXJ

2003 Skoda Superb

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

263,711 mi
Last recorded263,711 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 SXJ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 263,711 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wing damaged

Offside number plate light dim

both head light lenses faded

grease on both outer cv boots

Pass 24 Feb 2016 259,658 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 259,658 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 247,359 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 247,359 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 226,188 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 203,114 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 183,325 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 183,325 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 27 Sep 2010 165,236 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 165,236 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 144,234 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 119,121 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 92,916 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 67,780 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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OY53 SXJ is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 OY53 SXJ, 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 OY53 SXJ registered?

OY53 SXJ is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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