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SF53 ZPZ

2003 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2010
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

183,991 mi
Last recorded183,991 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2009
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 ZPZ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2009 183,991 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 173,928 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 173,921 miles

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 159,039 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

O/S & N/S Sills damaged at front underside

Fail 4 Jan 2008 158,866 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

O/S & N/S Sills damaged at front underside

Pass 6 Jul 2007 142,198 miles

lower engine cover loose

noise from front of car when turning pos drive shaft

Pass 10 Jan 2007 119,821 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 119,334 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

two front flex brake stating to split

Pass 7 Jul 2006 97,112 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 81,660 miles

N/S/F tyre: small cut at outer sidewall

Pass 5 Jul 2005 64,025 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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SF53 ZPZ is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 103,216 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 SF53 ZPZ, 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 23 years old, this Skoda Superb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF53 ZPZ registered?

SF53 ZPZ is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 11 December 2003.

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