Skoda Superb Se L Tdi
From 425 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage and a tyre cords visible or damaged. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 15 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 | 15 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 13 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| audible warning inoperative | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 28.8% of Superb Se L Tdi failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 50% 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 £127.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
| 2020 | 87% | a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage |
Typical mileage
Half of all Superb Se L Tdis tested had between 30,848 and 68,180 miles on the clock.
At 45,383 median miles, the Superb Se L Tdi 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 Tdi MOT pass rate?
The Skoda Superb Se L Tdi has a 86.4% MOT pass rate based on 425 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Skoda Superb Se L Tdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Skoda Superb Se L Tdi is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 15 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage.
What is the typical mileage of a Skoda Superb Se L Tdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Skoda Superb Se L Tdi is 45,383 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 30,848 and 68,180 miles.
Buying a used Superb Se L Tdi?
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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