Skoda Octavia MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old

20.8%
MOT failure rate for 6-10-year-old Skoda Octavia vehicles
Based on 336,527 MOT tests
7.2pp below the UK average (28%)

Skoda Octavia in this age bracket has a 20.8% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and tyres.

Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)

Which parts of a 6-10-year-old Skoda Octavia are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 3.5%
Tyres 3.0%
Suspension 2.9%
Brakes 2.2%
Visibility 1.0%
Body & Chassis 0.4%
Steering 0.1%

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 6-10 year old Skoda Octavia reliable?

6-10-year-old Skoda Octavia vehicles have a 20.8% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old Skoda Octavia?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 3.5% failure risk
  • Tyres — 3.0% failure risk
  • Suspension — 2.9% failure risk

How can I prepare my Skoda Octavia for its MOT?

For a 6-10-year-old Skoda Octavia, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — 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 6-10-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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