Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A
From 1,622 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Superb Se L Iv Phev S-As fare better: 2021 models pass at 84% vs 88.3% for 2020.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, caused 72 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 shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 72 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 48 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 32 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 19 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 17 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 7 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| audible warning inoperative | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 33.2% of Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 48.4% 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 £141.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2020 | 88.3% | a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Superb Se L Iv Phev S-As tested had between 32,202 and 63,245 miles on the clock.
At 45,016 median miles, the Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A has 0.03 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Skoda models
| Skoda Fabia | 76% |
| Skoda Octavia | 79.4% |
| Skoda Yeti | 80.8% |
| Skoda Superb | 82% |
| Skoda Karoq | 90.8% |
Common questions
What is the Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A MOT pass rate?
The Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A has a 86.3% MOT pass rate based on 1,622 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A is a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, which caused 72 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Skoda Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A is 45,016 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 32,202 and 63,245 miles.
Buying a used Superb Se L Iv Phev S-A?
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.
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