Skoda Octavia MOT Results

Registered in 2017
88.5% pass rate
from 18,971 tests in 2021
(22% better than other 2017 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the Skoda Octavia is unusually good or bad.

  • 3.5% fail on Tyres
    • 2.5% fail on Condition (26% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Tread depth (25% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.037% fail on Size/type
  • 2.1% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (22% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.4% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.4% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.021% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.44% fail on Headlamps
      • 0.30% fail on Headlamp (31% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Headlamp cleaning device (150% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.026% fail on Headlamp levelling device
    • 0.11% fail on Stop lamp (68% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.074% fail on Direction indicators (70% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Flashing type (70% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.037% fail on Individual direction indicators
        • 0.037% fail on Side repeaters (80% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.047% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.026% fail on Trailer electrical socket (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.011% fail on Electrical wiring
      • 0.0053% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.0053% fail on Horn
    • 0.037% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (74% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.037% fail on Rear fog lamp (74% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.037% fail on Rear fog lamp (74% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.037% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (82% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.016% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.011% fail on Reversing lamps
      • 0.011% fail on Reversing lamps
    • 0.0053% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.0053% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.0053% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.0053% fail on Switch
  • 1.6% fail on Brakes (22% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.2% fail on Mechanical brake components (17% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 1.0% fail on Brake linings and pads (18% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 1.0% fail on Brake pads (18% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.30% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.29% fail on Brake discs
        • 0.0053% fail on Brake drums
    • 0.37% fail on Brake performance
      • 0.29% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.28% fail on Rbt
          • 0.26% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.021% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.0053% fail on Decelerometer
          • 0.0053% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.042% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (66% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.042% fail on Rbt (sp) (65% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.016% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (74% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.016% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.016% fail on Service brake performance
      • 0.0053% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.0053% fail on Rbt
          • 0.0053% fail on Parking brake performance
    • 0.042% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 0.032% fail on Electronic stability control
      • 0.016% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 0.026% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.021% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.021% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.016% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.011% fail on Reservoirs
      • 0.0053% fail on Brake fluid
    • 0.016% fail on Other components and prescribed areas (6 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Other components (6 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0053% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.0053% fail on Pedal
    • 0.0053% fail on Rigid brake pipes
  • 1.1% fail on Visibility (69% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.54% fail on Washers (44% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.48% fail on Wipers (82% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.090% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.090% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.032% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.011% fail on View to rear
      • 0.0053% fail on Mirrors
      • 0.0053% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.0053% fail on Driver's view
  • 1.1% fail on Suspension (25% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.65% fail on Shock absorbers (5 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Springs (50% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Coil springs (50% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Coil spring (51% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0053% fail on Mounting
    • 0.16% fail on Anti-roll bars
      • 0.11% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.032% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.021% fail on Ball joint dust cover
      • 0.011% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.095% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.026% fail on Suspension arms (89% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.016% fail on Pins and bushes (87% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0053% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0053% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.011% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0053% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0053% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.0053% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.0053% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.0053% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.0053% fail on Sub-frame
  • 0.45% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 0.40% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 0.23% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.11% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.11% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (46% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.021% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.17% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.14% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 0.026% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.021% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
    • 0.058% fail on Fluid leaks (160% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.058% fail on Engine oil leaks (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0053% fail on Noise suppression
      • 0.0053% fail on Undertray
  • 0.27% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.17% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.15% fail on Condition
      • 0.016% fail on Requirements
      • 0.0053% fail on Prescribed areas
    • 0.11% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
  • 0.23% fail on Body, chassis, structure
    • 0.10% fail on Transmission
      • 0.095% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.095% fail on Joints
      • 0.0053% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.0053% fail on Flexible couplings
    • 0.058% fail on Body (130% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.053% fail on Other body component (160% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0053% fail on Panel
    • 0.032% fail on Doors
      • 0.021% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.021% fail on Door condition
      • 0.0053% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.0053% fail on Hinge
      • 0.0053% fail on Other passenger's door
        • 0.0053% fail on Door condition
    • 0.016% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.0053% fail on Pipe
      • 0.0053% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
      • 0.0053% fail on System
    • 0.011% fail on Seats
      • 0.0053% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.0053% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.0053% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.0053% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.0053% fail on Towbar
      • 0.0053% fail on Towbar condition
    • 0.0053% fail on Boot lid
      • 0.0053% fail on Boot lid condition
  • 0.16% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.16% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.14% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.11% fail on Attachment
    • 0.032% fail on Condition
  • 0.053% fail on Steering (65% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.032% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.032% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.011% fail on Steering linkage components (90% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0053% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0053% fail on Locking devices
    • 0.011% fail on Electronic power steering
  • 0.0053% fail on Speedometer and speed limiter
    • 0.0053% fail on Speedometer
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