Skoda Superb
From 93,726 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Superbs fare better: 2023 models pass at 96.3% vs 72% for 2008.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 2,375 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 2,375 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2,299 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 1,784 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,717 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 1,570 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 1,399 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 928 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 850 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 843 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 804 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 27.4% of Superb failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 49.2% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £136.
Fuel type matters
Petrol versions pass at 86% while Diesel versions pass at 80.9%, a 5 percentage point gap.
Skoda Superb on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 5,183 newly registered in the past year with 2,265 leaving, a net gain of 2,918. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 71,308 | 3,865 | +1,208 | -616 | +592 |
| 2025 Q2 | 70,840 | 3,741 | +1,250 | -576 | +674 |
| 2025 Q1 | 70,268 | 3,639 | +1,068 | -531 | +537 |
| 2024 Q4 | 69,819 | 3,551 | +1,657 | -542 | +1,115 |
| 2024 Q3 | 68,752 | 3,503 | +1,298 | -741 | +557 |
| 2024 Q2 | 68,334 | 3,364 | +388 | -378 | +10 |
| 2024 Q1 | 68,425 | 3,263 | +803 | -599 | +204 |
| 2023 Q4 | 68,279 | 3,205 | +1,640 | -373 | +1,267 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Superb Se L Executive Tdi S-A | Diesel | 4,273 | 11% |
| Superb Se Technology Tdi S-A | Diesel | 3,392 | 9% |
| Superb Se L Executive Tdi | Diesel | 3,017 | 8% |
| Superb Se L Tdi S-A | Diesel | 2,609 | 7% |
| Superb Se Tech Iv Phev S-A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 2,297 | 6% |
| Superb Se L Executive Tsi S-A | Petrol | 2,233 | 6% |
| Superb Se Technology Tdi | Diesel | 2,206 | 6% |
| Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,917 | 5% |
| Superb Se Tdi | Diesel | 1,851 | 5% |
| Superb Se L Tsi S-A | Petrol | 1,838 | 5% |
| Superb Elegance Tdi Cr | Diesel | 1,739 | 4% |
| Superb Se Business Tdi | Diesel | 1,472 | 4% |
| Superb Elegance Tdi Cr S-A | Diesel | 1,458 | 4% |
| Superb Se Tdi S-A | Diesel | 1,413 | 4% |
| Superb Sportline + Tsi S-A | Petrol | 1,329 | 3% |
| Superb Elegance Tdicr S-A | Diesel | 1,282 | 3% |
| Superb Sportline Tdi S-A | Diesel | 1,179 | 3% |
| Superb Se Tsi | Petrol | 1,172 | 3% |
| Superb Se L Tsi E-Tec Mhev S-A | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,130 | 3% |
| Superb Se Technology Tsi S-A | Petrol | 1,093 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 96.3% | brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2022 | 89.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
| 2021 | 87.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 88.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
17 earlier years
| 2019 | 87% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2018 | 86.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 85.1% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 84.6% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2015 | 79.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2014 | 78.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2013 | 76.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2012 | 74.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2011 | 73% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2010 | 72.5% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2009 | 71.6% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2008 | 72% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2007 | 69.1% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 65.1% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2005 | 72.9% | a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2004 | 68.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2003 | 71.1% | headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Superbs tested had between 73,746 and 146,811 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 106,389 median miles, the Superb has 0.017 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Skoda models
| Skoda Fabia | 76% |
| Skoda Octavia | 79.4% |
| Skoda Yeti | 80.8% |
| Skoda Karoq | 90.8% |
| Skoda Citigo | 82.3% |
Common questions
What is the Skoda Superb MOT pass rate?
The Skoda Superb has a 82% MOT pass rate based on 93,726 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Skoda Superb?
The most common MOT failure on the Skoda Superb is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 2,375 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Skoda Superbs are on UK roads?
There are 71,308 Skoda Superbs currently licensed on UK roads, with 3,865 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Skoda Superb at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Skoda Superb is 106,389 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 73,746 and 146,811 miles.
Buying a used Superb?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 82% pass rate and an average repair bill of £136 when things go wrong, budget accordingly. 27.4% of failures on this model could actually strand you, so breakdown cover may be worth considering.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.