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PL08 XRS

2008 Skoda Superb

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

205,269 mi
Last recorded205,269 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Skoda Superb98,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 XRS
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2021 205,269 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 176,518 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 176,518 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 156,350 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

play in steering rack

Pass 12 Mar 2018 154,319 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Mar 2018 154,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 129,475 miles

front number plate cracked

underside of engine bay covered by plastic shields restricting inspection

Pass 27 Oct 2015 109,186 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade slightly split on end but clearing screen

front number plate slightly cracked

Pass 10 Apr 2013 60,661 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 49,093 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 37,695 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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PL08 XRS is a 2008 Skoda Superb in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 98,183 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 PL08 XRS, 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 18 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL08 XRS registered?

PL08 XRS is a 2008 Skoda Superb, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is PL08 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 XRS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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