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

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91.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs Skoda Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi — MOT Reliability Overview

The Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi has an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the Skoda brand average of 91.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition 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 L First Edition Tdi performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 208 vehicles

90.9%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

10.4%

Mileage at 3yr

66k mi

2020

Based on 226 vehicles

90.7%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

10.7%

Mileage at 3yr

64k mi

0

Based on 139 vehicles

94.2%Excellent
Skoda average: 91.0%
Mileage at 5yr

40k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

2.9%

Front Nearside

1.4%

Rear Nearside

1.4%

Other Skoda Models

Compare MOT reliability across Skoda models.

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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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See detailed fault analysis for Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi

Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi?
The average MOT pass rate for the Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi is 91.9% 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 L First Edition Tdi?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 91.9%, the Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition 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 L First Edition 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 L First Edition Tdi?
Typical mileage for the Skoda Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi: 65,737 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Octavia Se L First Edition Tdi to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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