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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi. Check any Octavia Se Technology Tdi by registration number below.

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92.5%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.5%

vs Skoda Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 92.5%, which is 1.5 percentage points above the Skoda brand average of 91.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Octavia Se Technology Tdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Octavia Se Technology Tdi for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2023

Based on 39 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2022

Based on 33 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

9.7%

Mileage at 3yr

77k mi

2021

Based on 908 vehicles

91.9%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 3yr

90k mi

2020

Based on 387 vehicles

88.6%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

10.8%

Mileage at 3yr

88k mi

0

Based on 323 vehicles

91.0%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Mileage at 5yr

50k mi

Top MOT Failures — Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi

The most common reasons a Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

1.1%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.1%
Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi Common Faults & Repair Costs

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97.1% pass rate

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95.3% pass rate

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81.5% pass rate

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97.4% pass rate

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96.5% pass rate

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99.0% pass rate

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Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi is 92.5% compared to the Skoda average of 91.0%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi?
The most common MOT failures on the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.1%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.5%, the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi?
Typical mileage for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tdi: 77,020 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Octavia Se Technology Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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