Skoda Superb (2012)
2012 Skoda Superb
CarHunch analysed 5,175 real MOT records for the 2012 Skoda Superb. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Superb passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 81.9%, which is reassuring, but 41.4% of these cars have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their MOT history—a notably high figure that deserves careful pre-purchase inspection. Petrol and diesel variants perform similarly (83.5% vs 81.8% pass rates), so fuel choice won't meaningfully affect reliability expectations here.
At nearly 94,000 miles median mileage, these cars are well-used but typically trouble-free in the essentials: the 2.37 average failures per vehicle is reasonable, though the 14.4 advisories suggest wear items like brakes, lights and suspension need regular attention. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on structural corrosion, suspension geometry, and brake system condition—the high dangerous defect rate indicates these areas are where age catches up with the Superb.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 1.7 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2012 Skoda Superb
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 41.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (89%) | 4,606 | 81.8% | 2.38 |
| Petrol (11%) | 565 | 83.5% | 2.27 |
| LPG (0%) | 3 | 82.5% | 2.33 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 78.6% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Skoda Superb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Skoda Superb vehicles fall between 68,512 and 127,649 miles.
2012 Skoda Superb — Still on the Road
3,472 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Skoda Superb
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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35.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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28.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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27.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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25.5%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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25.5%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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20.8%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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19.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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