Skoda Octavia Glxi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Skoda Octavia Glxi car check
Is the Skoda Octavia Glxi reliable? We analysed 749 real MOT tests across 128 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Skoda Octavia Glxi? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Skoda Octavia Glxi is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, registration plate lamp not working and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Octavia Glxi.
Skoda Octavia Glxi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Skoda Octavia Glxi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Skoda Octavia Glxi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Skoda Octavia Glxi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Skoda Octavia Glxi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Skoda Octavia Glxi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Skoda Octavia Glxi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Skoda Octavia Glxi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Skoda Octavia Glxi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Octavia Glxi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 180 | 71.7% | 63,262 | 77,652 | 105,960 |
| 1999 | 372 | 69.1% | 66,106 | 84,523 | 102,698 |
| 1998 | 185 | 64.9% | 64,610 | 77,872 | 93,686 |
How Long Does a Skoda Octavia Glxi Last?
Based on 128 Skoda Octavia Glxi vehicles on UK roads.
Skoda Octavia Glxi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Octavia Glxi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Octavia Glxi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.7% MOT pass rate from 180 tests
64.9% MOT pass rate from 185 tests
The best year to buy a used Skoda Octavia Glxi is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.7% across 180 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Skoda Octavia Glxi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Octavia Glxi THIS CAR | 68.6% | 749 | 80,634 mi | 28 yrs |
| Skoda Fabia | 76% | 4,863,673 | 58,216 mi | 26 yrs |
| Skoda Octavia | 77.7% | 3,816,734 | 87,093 mi | 28 yrs |
| Skoda Yeti | 84.4% | 844,079 | 52,202 mi | 17 yrs |
| Daelim NS125 | 78.6% | 734 | 12,814 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Octavia Glxi trails behind on MOT reliability.
Found a Skoda Octavia Glxi you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Skoda Octavia GlxiShould you buy a used Skoda Octavia Glxi?
The Skoda Octavia Glxi has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.6% across 749 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Skoda Octavia Glxi are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (56 recorded failures), registration plate lamp not working (28), and stop lamp not working (27). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Skoda Octavia Glxi owner drives around 8,132 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Skoda Octavia Glxi models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.