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OY53 UYC

2003 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

192,320 mi
Last recorded192,320 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 UYC
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 192,320 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 173,974 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 153,112 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2014 131,385 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 125,759 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 125,751 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 115,650 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Oct 2012 115,650 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 102,703 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 102,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 86,727 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 72,838 miles

cuts in front tyre walls

Pass 30 Oct 2008 61,809 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 61,809 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 49,885 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 35,678 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

slight damage n/s/f tyre side wall

Pass 11 Sep 2006 35,678 miles

slight damage n/s/f tyre side wall

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 UYC is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 OY53 UYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OY53 UYC registered?

OY53 UYC is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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