2008 Skoda Superb 1.9L Diesel · DF08 XAB
2008 Skoda Superb (1.9L, diesel). First registered 11 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 133,225 miles. MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- SKODA SUPERB
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,225 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF08 XAB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/09/2026
- 133,225 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF08 XAB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Skoda Superb (DF08 XAB) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
DF08 XAB Mileage History
- 18/09/2023119,690 mi
- 11/09/2024124,386 mi+4,696 mi
- 12/09/2025130,075 mi+5,689 mi
- 16/09/2025130,076 mi+1 mi
- 23/09/2026133,225 mi+3,149 mi
Average of roughly 4,490 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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