2019 Skoda Superb — MOT failures & pass rate
32,004 MOT tests on the 2019 Skoda Superb are in this dataset, and 88.2% of them passed. Large family cars of a similar age fail at 11.4%, so the 2019 Superb sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (5.8%) and suspension (4.2%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, headlamp aim and pins and bushes — shock absorbers alone was recorded 952 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.2% in the 0-30k band and 14.0% in the 150k+ band, a 6.7-point spread.
Split by fuel, diesel examples fail 2.9pp more often than petrol ones (13.0% vs 10.1%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 22.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 6.5% of tests failed in 2021 against 13.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.8% | 1,865 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.2% | 1,334 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 731 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.8% | 571 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.1% | 357 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 279 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 952 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 680 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 623 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 589 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 403 |
| 6 | Wipers | 304 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.1% | 7,087 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.4% | 5,572 |
| 3 | Suspension | 12.7% | 4,068 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.1% | 2,261 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.2% | 1,030 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 201 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 7,681 | 7.2% |
| 30-60k | 12,882 | 12.0% |
| 60-90k | 6,350 | 15.0% |
| 90-120k | 2,635 | 15.0% |
| 120-150k | 1,198 | 13.3% |
| 150k+ | 1,254 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 19,242 | 13.0% |
| Petrol | 12,759 | 10.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 890 | 6.5% |
| 2022 | 7,899 | 10.6% |
| 2023 | 7,897 | 11.6% |
| 2024 | 7,678 | 12.6% |
| 2025 | 7,640 | 13.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Superb
On a 2019 Superb, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (5.8% 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 (2.3% 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 2019 Skoda Superbs pass their MOT?
88.2% of the 32,004 2019 Skoda Superb MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Skoda Superb?
Tyres, recorded in 5.8% of tests, followed by suspension (4.2%).
Does the 2019 Superb get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.2% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 32,004 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.