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SL53 GCV

2003 Skoda Superb

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,184 mi
Last recorded123,184 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Skoda Superb103,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 GCV
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 123,184 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 123,184 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 123,034 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 119,545 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 116,107 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 110,703 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 105,127 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 98,153 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 93,128 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 86,714 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 75,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 67,939 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 61,242 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 61,242 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 52,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 43,010 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 33,491 miles

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

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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SL53 GCV is a 2003 Skoda Superb in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SL53 GCV, 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 SL53 GCV registered?

SL53 GCV is a 2003 Skoda Superb, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is SL53 GCV safe to buy?

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