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VU05 RZW

2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,542 mi
Last recorded90,542 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI96,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 RZW
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb Elegance TDI
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2013 90,542 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2013 90,542 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 79,453 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 66,955 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 56,285 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 56,285 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 44,455 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 32,731 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 32,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Skoda Superb Elegance TDI?

Based on 408 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
10,241
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 10
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
Registration plate lamp not working 6
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 4
Headlamp aim too low 4
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VU05 RZW is a 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 96,616 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 Elegance TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU05 RZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Superb Elegance TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Skoda Superb Elegance TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU05 RZW registered?

VU05 RZW is a 2005 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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