2021 Skoda Superb hybrid: common problems and MOT failures
What MOT testers find on the hybrid Skoda Superb first registered in 2021 (hybrid cars only): we looked at the 105 MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
Small sample: there were only 105 MOTs of these cars during 2023–2025, so treat the percentages as rough. The known faults below don't depend on it.
Common 2021 Skoda Superb hybrid MOT failures and advisories
The share of 2021 Skoda Superb hybrid MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Tyres21% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Suspension12% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Brakes6% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors5% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
- Lights and electrics2% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Seats and seatbelts2% of testsRough price £80–£250
At the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock, and retract cleanly.
Known faults on the 2021 Skoda Superb hybrid
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- All engines
Eight recalls
Recalls covered an electrical cable clamp, sunroof software, airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners (several times), rear hubs, software that could stall the engine and eCall.
At the viewing: Ask a Skoda dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.
Source: Auto Express: used Skoda Superb (Mk3, 2015-2024) buyer’s guide
- Diesel and DSG
Cambelt and DSG oil (servicing)
Diesels need a cambelt on schedule, and the DSG gearbox needs fluid changes.
At the viewing: Ask for invoices for the cambelt and DSG oil change.
Source: Auto Express: used Skoda Superb (Mk3, 2015-2024) buyer’s guide
Questions to ask the seller before buying a 2021 Skoda Superb hybrid
Ask before you travel to see it. A seller who knows the car will have answers, and receipts.
- Can I see the service history and receipts for any big jobs?
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Other years
Every year of the Skoda Superb compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2025 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2024 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2023 | 963 | Tyres 11% |
| 2022 | 3,914 | Tyres 23% |
| 2020 | 14,720 | Tyres 26% |
| 2019 | 20,331 | Tyres 28% |
| 2018 | 22,345 | Tyres 29% |
| 2017 | 27,382 | Tyres 28% |
| 2016 | 24,806 | Tyres 29% |
| 2015 | 13,947 | Tyres 32% |
| 2014 | 13,642 | Tyres 33% |
| 2013 | 10,919 | Tyres 32% |
| 2012 | 11,487 | Suspension 36% |
| 2011 | 8,097 | Suspension 40% |
| 2010 | 5,254 | Suspension 47% |
| 2009 | 2,695 | Suspension 47% |
| 2008 | 955 | Suspension 47% |
| 2007 | 510 | Lights and electrics 40% |
| 2006 | 485 | Suspension 40% |
| 2005 | 509 | Tyres 37% |
| 2004 | 378 | Suspension 43% |
| 2003 | 263 | Suspension 46% |
| 2002 | 118 | Lights and electrics 46% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test done in Great Britain during 2023–2025, counting the MOTs of Skoda Superb cars first registered in 2021. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score