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

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93.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.7%

vs Skoda Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi has an average MOT pass rate of 93.7%, which is 2.7 percentage points above the Skoda brand average of 91.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Octavia Se Technology Tsi 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 Tsi fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Octavia Se Technology Tsi 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 Tsi, 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 Tsi performs at MOT across different model years.

2023

Based on 31 vehicles

96.8%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

3.3%

2022

Based on 63 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

1.8%

Mileage at 3yr

55k mi

2021

Based on 1,957 vehicles

92.1%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

7.3%

Mileage at 3yr

60k mi

2020

Based on 2,386 vehicles

91.7%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

8.4%

Mileage at 3yr

52k mi

0

Based on 1,198 vehicles

92.8%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Mileage at 5yr

32k mi

Top MOT Failures — Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi

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

1

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.5%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

1.3%
3

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

1.0%
4

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

0.9%
5

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

0.5%
Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.2%

Front Nearside

3.2%

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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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See detailed fault analysis for Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi

Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi — Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi is 93.7% 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 Tsi?
The most common MOT failures on the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.5%), A tyre seriously damaged (1.3%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.7%, the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi 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 Tsi?
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 Tsi?
Typical mileage for the Skoda Octavia Se Technology Tsi: 55,445 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Octavia Se Technology Tsi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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