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SH55 ZGY

2005 Skoda Superb

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

178,126 mi
Last recorded178,126 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 ZGY
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 178,126 miles

Engine Manegement light on

nearside rear brake disc slightly worn

offside rear brake disc slightly worn

Pass 16 Aug 2011 146,505 miles

nearside front brake disc worn

offside front brake disc worn

Fail 15 Aug 2011 146,399 miles

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

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

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

nearside front brake disc worn

offside front brake disc worn

Pass 20 Aug 2010 115,218 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 86,160 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 86,158 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 153,701 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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SH55 ZGY is a 2005 Skoda Superb in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SH55 ZGY, 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 SH55 ZGY registered?

SH55 ZGY is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is SH55 ZGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH55 ZGY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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