Skoda Superb (2020)
2020 Skoda Superb
CarHunch analysed 2,249 real MOT records for the 2020 Skoda Superb. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2020 Skoda Superb passes its MOT first time at 86.1%, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, which signals solid build quality and durability for the model. Petrol versions perform noticeably better at 88% than diesels at 84.4%, though the 13.8% rate of dangerous defects sits comfortably below the concerning threshold.
At 55,985 miles median, these cars are running well within expected wear for a four-year-old vehicle, and the low failure rate of 0.44 per car suggests most issues are minor when they do arise. The 3.7 advisories per vehicle are routine maintenance flags rather than serious concerns, so if you're buying one, focus your inspection on suspension and brake components—the areas that typically generate those advisory warnings—and you'll have a dependable family saloon.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 3.6 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2020 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.
- 📄 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 (51%) | 1,146 | 84.4% | 0.47 |
| Petrol (48%) | 1,078 | 88% | 0.4 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (1%) | 25 | 81.3% | 0.76 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2020 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 2020 Skoda Superb vehicles fall between 38,847 and 77,975 miles.
2020 Skoda Superb — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 1,989 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2020 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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25.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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24.4%
Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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24.3%
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil
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22.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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15.7%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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12.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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10.6%
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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9.6%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2020. Counts include advisories and failures.
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