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WJ61 VGZ

2011 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

126,807 mi
Last recorded126,807 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Skoda Superb92,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ61 VGZ
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 126,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear bump stop

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 110,461 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2025 110,461 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust silencer likely to become detached joining sleeve broken (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 105,982 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has been ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front light unit cracked but still secure

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 105,981 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has been ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front light unit cracked but still secure

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 103,226 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 103,225 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

dpf light on dash

Pass 5 Apr 2022 96,536 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 96,534 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 84,125 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 84,122 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 82,419 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2015 74,227 miles

CARRIED OUT SMOKE TEST, NO READING REGISTERED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WJ61 VGZ is a 2011 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2011 Skoda Superb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 92,941 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 WJ61 VGZ, 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 15 years old, this Skoda Superb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WJ61 VGZ registered?

WJ61 VGZ is a 2011 Skoda Superb, first registered on 22 September 2011.

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The MOT history for WJ61 VGZ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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