2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A — MOT failures & pass rate

Across 401 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 86.8% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%).

Pass rate

401

MOT tests analysed

13.2%

Fail rate

worse than

vs cars of similar age

3.4

Avg age at test (yrs)

How it compares

Fail rate for this model-year against the segment and national averages for cars of a similar age.

Top failure categories

Most common MOT failure areas — 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A
#	Category	% of tests affected	Tests
1	Tyres	10.2%	41
2	Suspension	4.2%	17
3	Lighting & signalling	2.5%	10
4	Visibility	1.0%	4
5	Brakes	0.3%	1

Percentage of tests with at least one failure recorded in each category.

Most common specific failures

The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.

Most frequently recorded failure items — 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A
#	Failure item	Times recorded
1	Shock absorbers	21
2	Tread depth	16
3	Headlamp aim	11
4	Wipers	4
5	Brake discs	4
6	Pins and bushes	3

Top advisory categories

Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.

Most common MOT advisories — 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A
#	Category	% of tests with advisory	Tests
1	Tyres	23.4%	94
2	Suspension	17.2%	69
3	Brakes	9.5%	38
4	Other defects	7.0%	28
5	Visibility	5.7%	23
6	Road wheels	1.5%	6

Failure rate by mileage

Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.

MOT fail rate by recorded mileage band.

Fail rate by recorded mileage — 2021 Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A
Mileage band	Tests	Fail rate
0-30k	129	12.4%
30-60k	171	13.5%
60-90k	72	12.5%

Failure rate by age

How this model-year's MOT fail rate climbs as the cars get older.

Trend over time

Fail rate by dataset year — 2021 Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A
Dataset year	Tests	Fail rate
2024	198	14.6%
2025	191	12.6%

What to check before buying a 2021 Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A

Before buying a 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 10.2% of tests for this year.

Tyres (10.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Suspension (4.2% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Lighting & signalling (2.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.

Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.

Frequently asked questions

How many 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-As pass their MOT?

86.8% of the 401 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.2% fail rate.

What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A?

Tyres, recorded in 10.2% of tests, followed by suspension (4.2%).

Does the 2021 Superb Sportline + Iv Phev S-A get worse with mileage?

Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.5% in the 60-90k band.

Methodology & source. Based on 401 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.