Skoda Octavia MOT Failure Rate — 0-2 Years Old

9.4%
MOT failure rate for 0-2-year-old Skoda Octavia vehicles
Based on 52,718 MOT tests
18.6pp below the UK average (28%)

This model is exceptionally reliable for its age. Only 9.4% of Skoda Octavia vehicles in this age bracket fail their MOT.

Component Risk Breakdown (0-2 Years)

Which parts of a 0-2-year-old Skoda Octavia are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 1.7%
Lamps & Electrics 1.3%
Suspension 0.5%
Visibility 0.4%
Brakes 0.4%
Body & Chassis 0.1%
Steering 0.0%

How Does This Compare?

Skoda Octavia MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 9.4% 52,718 Tyres
3-5 years 12.3% 218,672 Tyres
6-10 years 20.8% 336,527 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 36.5% 178,699 Suspension
15+ years 44.0% 71,577 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 0-2 year old Skoda Octavia reliable?

Yes. Based on 52,718 MOT tests, 0-2-year-old Skoda Octavia vehicles have a 9.4% failure rate, which is below the UK average of 28%. This is a reliable choice at this age.

What are the common MOT failures on a 0-2 year old Skoda Octavia?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 1.7% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 1.3% failure risk
  • Suspension — 0.5% failure risk

How can I prepare my Skoda Octavia for its MOT?

For a 0-2-year-old Skoda Octavia, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 0-2-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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