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SH53 JFA

2003 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

205,036 mi
Last recorded205,036 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 205,036 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 195,334 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 183,263 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Dec 2015 171,989 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 171,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 156,707 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 147,090 miles

nearside rear lamp repaired with lens tape

offside outer cv boot covered in copper grease

Fail 7 Dec 2013 147,090 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

nearside rear lamp repaired with lens tape

offside outer cv boot covered in copper grease

Pass 6 Dec 2012 134,335 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 121,914 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 108,253 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 96,280 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 96,280 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 85,646 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 85,646 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 78,246 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 78,246 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 69,055 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 JFA is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 JFA, 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 SH53 JFA registered?

SH53 JFA is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is SH53 JFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 JFA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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