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Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa reliable? We analysed 705 real MOT tests across 229 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 705 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.1%
Typical Mileage
39,849mi
Annual Mileage
9,572mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa.

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.9%
2021

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,794 mi/yr
Typical
9,572 mi/yr
Average
12,574 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,439 mi/yr

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 644 91.9% 27,889 40,270 56,415

How Long Does a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Last?

Based on 229 Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.9 years
Median
4.0 years

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
39,849 mi
75th Percentile
55,876 mi
95th Percentile
98,657 mi
Max Recorded
191,084 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

91.9% MOT pass rate from 644 tests

The best year to buy a used Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 644 tests.

How Does the Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa THIS CAR 92.1% 705 39,849 mi — 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
Mercedes-benz Sprinter 519 CDI 94.8% 597 116,682 mi — yrs

Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa?

The Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.1% across 705 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa owner drives around 9,572 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.

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.

Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa reliable?
Based on 705 MOT tests, the Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa has a 92.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa do per year?
The typical Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa does around 9,572 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Skoda Octavia SE Frst ED TSI Etec Sa is 2021 with a 91.9% pass rate across 644 tests.