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SC08 GXL

2008 Skoda Superb

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,972 mi
Last recorded136,972 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Skoda Superb98,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 GXL
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 136,972 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 125,976 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsr tyre has minnor sidewall damage

Fail 12 Aug 2013 125,976 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nsr tyre has minnor sidewall damage

Pass 6 Aug 2012 102,544 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Aug 2011 78,138 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 78,138 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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SC08 GXL is a 2008 Skoda Superb in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SC08 GXL, 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 SC08 GXL registered?

SC08 GXL is a 2008 Skoda Superb, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is SC08 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 GXL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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