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RV55 EVT

2005 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

297,217 mi
Last recorded297,217 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 EVT
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 297,217 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 275,835 miles

Front Reg. plate crecking

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

child seat fitted

oil leaking bottom

Pass 8 Oct 2016 249,755 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 249,754 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 223,794 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 193,851 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 176,006 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 176,244 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 163,912 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 146,279 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Oct 2010 112,898 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 73,962 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 29,463 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 27,842 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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RV55 EVT is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 105,075 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 RV55 EVT, 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 21 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 RV55 EVT registered?

RV55 EVT is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is RV55 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 EVT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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