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YP55 ZXV

2005 Skoda Superb

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

214,299 mi
Last recorded214,299 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Skoda Superb105,075 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 ZXV
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 214,299 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 214,299 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 208,438 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 208,433 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 179,669 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 138,767 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 138,767 miles

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 103,201 miles

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

Fail 24 Dec 2009 103,201 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2008 75,550 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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YP55 ZXV is a 2005 Skoda Superb in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YP55 ZXV, 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 YP55 ZXV registered?

YP55 ZXV is a 2005 Skoda Superb, first registered on 28 December 2005.

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