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SA55 GVR

2005 Skoda Superb

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

191,015 mi
Last recorded191,015 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 GVR
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 191,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 176,244 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 176,242 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 161,837 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 148,080 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor and rear panel damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 139,471 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 139,471 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 126,252 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 126,252 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2018 114,616 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

advise front brake discs

Fail 7 Sep 2018 114,569 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and nearside front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened and nearside inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

advise front brake discs

advise offside outer cv gaiter clip

Pass 5 Sep 2017 103,069 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 91,066 miles

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)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 76,525 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 64,390 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2013 47,607 miles

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

both front outer drive shaft boots are twisted and not fitted correct .

Pass 11 Apr 2012 34,273 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,494 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 21,493 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 19,602 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,204 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 10,937 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 10,937 miles

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

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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SA55 GVR is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 SA55 GVR, 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.

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SA55 GVR is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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