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SB05 EKX

2005 Skoda Superb

Grey Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,513 mi
Last recorded55,513 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 EKX
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 55,513 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 52,430 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 52,430 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust minor leek gasses

Pass 22 May 2017 49,457 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at both front flexi joints (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both exhaust sleeve clamps corroded and split , system still secure

front wipers smearing screen

Pass 26 May 2016 46,148 miles

Bulb failure warning indicator on, lights operating at time of test.

Front wipers smearing but provide adequate view.

Pass 19 May 2015 43,067 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 39,576 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 35,953 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 32,160 miles

n/s/f tyre inner sidewall slit (no cord showing)

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall slit (no cord showing)

Fail 14 May 2012 32,160 miles

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

n/s/f tyre inner sidewall slit (no cord showing)

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall slit (no cord showing)

Pass 19 May 2011 28,412 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 28,412 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 24,504 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 19,967 miles

engine oil level was below minimum,topped up before carrying out m.o.t.

Fail 26 May 2009 19,967 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine oil level was below minimum,topped up before carrying out m.o.t.

Pass 2 Jun 2008 13,749 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres worn to 2mm on edges.

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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SB05 EKX is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Grey with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SB05 EKX, 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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What year was SB05 EKX registered?

SB05 EKX is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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