2022 Skoda Superb SE Tech IV Phev S-A 1.4L Hybrid electric · BF72 DMV

A plug-in hybrid Skoda Superb of this vintage presents a largely clean mechanical picture at the most recent test on 22 December 2025, where it passed without any advisories or defects recorded against it. However, the very same date carries a separate failure entry for an inoperative or malfunctioning engine management indicator lamp, which is a notable caveat. This particular reason for refusal points to an emissions or engine control issue, since the MIL is the dashboard warning linked to the OBD diagnostic system flagging faults such as lambda sensor degradation, misfire detection, evaporative loss, or catalytic converter efficiency thresholds. The dual pass and fail on the same day suggests the lamp illuminated between submissions or that the fault was rectified promptly enough to secure the pass, but the underlying cause warrants direct investigation. As this is the only recorded MOT event for the vehicle, no longitudinal pattern of deterioration can be established, but the symptom does mean the powertrain electronics should not be assumed entirely healthy. At four years old with 41,484 miles on the clock, the Superb is accumulating roughly 10,371 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the expected envelope for a fleet or private executive saloon of this type. This level of use implies regular running rather than extended standing periods, which is mechanically favourable for the high-voltage battery pack, the 12V auxiliary battery, brake discs and pads (less prone to corrosion seizing), tyre wear rates, and the integrity of the plug-in hybrid cooling system. There are no significant gaps in testing that would suggest the car was off the road, so the moving components have likely been kept in active service rather than suffering the moisture and elastomer degradation that afflicts long-stored vehicles. Consistent annual mileage also means the 1.4-litre TSI petrol unit and its integrated electric drive have been cycled regularly, supporting both battery longevity and engine oil longevity. For a prospective buyer, the priority is to establish precisely what triggered the engine MIL failure and whether it has been properly rectified with documented diagnostic evidence. Request any stored or cleared fault codes from the diagnostic tool that was used, and ask for receipts or workshop records detailing the repair, since recurring OBD faults on PHEV systems can stem from the high-voltage coolant pump, the DC-DC converter, or the petrol engine's ignition and fuelling components. On a test drive, listen carefully for any rough idle, misfire sensation under load, or hesitation during the transition between electric and combustion propulsion, and watch for the MIL illuminating again even intermittently. Verify that the EV mode engages cleanly and that the charge port functions correctly, as hybrid system faults sometimes interact with emissions monitoring. Beyond the emissions concern, the general roadworthiness indicators remain untested by advisories, so a physical inspection should focus on the typical wear points for a Superb of this age and mileage. Inspect the front brake discs for lipping and the caliper carriers for binding, examine the coil springs and suspension arms for any early corrosion, and check the rear brake discs which on PHEV variants can suffer from under-use corrosion given the regenerative braking bias. Examine the underside including the subframe mounting points and the fuel/evaporative system pipes for any signs of corrosion or weeping, and confirm that the tyre tread depth is even across the axle given the vehicle's near-average mileage. Finally, ensure the service history corroborates the mileage and includes the manufacturer-recommended interval for the petrol engine oil and the hybrid system health check, as skimping here is the most common route to future MIL illumination.