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OV03 ZXL

2003 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

166,916 mi
Last recorded166,916 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 ZXL
MakeSkoda
ModelSuperb Elegance TDI
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 166,916 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 153,650 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 137,807 miles
Fail 30 May 2021 137,573 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 115,191 miles
Pass 5 May 2018
Fail 2 May 2018 103,280 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 47,235 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 47,235 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 43,798 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 43,798 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 39,110 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 33,549 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 27,554 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 22,848 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2006 17,730 miles

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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OV03 ZXL is a 2003 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV03 ZXL, 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 23 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 OV03 ZXL registered?

OV03 ZXL is a 2003 Skoda Superb Elegance TDI, first registered on 18 July 2003.

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