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SH53 EZA

2003 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

198,190 mi
Last recorded198,190 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 EZA
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 198,190 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 188,771 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

corrosion to both front wings

Pass 17 Jul 2014 18,103 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf corrosion advised

Fail 1 Jul 2014 179,112 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wheel arches corroded

Pass 3 May 2013 165,062 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 147,213 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 132,525 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2010 118,943 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 117,893 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside 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)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

too much oil in engine

Pass 6 Apr 2009 108,122 miles

Front Brake Discs Scored And Corroded

Nearside Front Wiper Blade Split

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 100,622 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 87,326 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 87,326 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 75,776 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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SH53 EZA is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SH53 EZA, 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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SH53 EZA is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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