Skoda Octavia MOT Results
Registered in 201788.5% pass rate
from 18,971 tests in 2021
(22% better than other 2017 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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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.
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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
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2.1% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(22% better than other 2017 cars)
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1.4% fail on
Headlamp aim
- 1.4% fail on Headlamp aim
- 0.021% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
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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)
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0.074% fail on
Direction indicators
(70% better than other 2017 cars)
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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)
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0.074% fail on
Flashing type
(70% better than other 2017 cars)
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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
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0.037% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
(74% better than other 2017 cars)
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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)
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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
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0.011% fail on
Reversing lamps
- 0.011% fail on Reversing lamps
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0.0053% fail on
Position lamps
- 0.0053% fail on Position lamp
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0.0053% fail on
Hazard warning
- 0.0053% fail on Switch
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1.4% fail on
Headlamp aim
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1.6% fail on
Brakes
(22% better than other 2017 cars)
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1.2% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(17% better than other 2017 cars)
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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)
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0.30% fail on
Brake discs and drums
- 0.29% fail on Brake discs
- 0.0053% fail on Brake drums
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1.0% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(18% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.37% fail on
Brake performance
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0.29% fail on
Service brake performance
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0.28% fail on
Rbt
- 0.26% fail on Service brake performance
- 0.021% fail on Service brake imbalance
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0.0053% fail on
Decelerometer
- 0.0053% fail on Service brake performance
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0.28% fail on
Rbt
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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
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0.016% fail on
Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
(74% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.016% fail on
Rbt (sp)
- 0.016% fail on Service brake performance
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0.016% fail on
Rbt (sp)
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0.0053% fail on
Parking brake performance
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0.0053% fail on
Rbt
- 0.0053% fail on Parking brake performance
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0.0053% fail on
Rbt
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0.29% fail on
Service brake performance
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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
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0.021% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
- 0.021% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
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0.016% fail on
Hydraulic systems
- 0.011% fail on Reservoirs
- 0.0053% fail on Brake fluid
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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)
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0.0053% fail on
Service brake pedal or hand lever
- 0.0053% fail on Pedal
- 0.0053% fail on Rigid brake pipes
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1.2% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(17% better than other 2017 cars)
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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)
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0.090% fail on
Condition of glass
- 0.090% fail on Windscreen
- 0.032% fail on Bonnet
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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
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1.1% fail on
Suspension
(25% worse than other 2017 cars)
- 0.65% fail on Shock absorbers (5 times worse than other 2017 cars)
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0.17% fail on
Springs
(50% better than other 2017 cars)
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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
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0.17% fail on
Coil springs
(50% better than other 2017 cars)
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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
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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
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0.011% fail on
Other suspension component
- 0.0053% fail on Other suspension component
- 0.0053% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
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0.0053% fail on
Suspension rods
- 0.0053% fail on Pins and bushes
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0.0053% fail on
Sub-frames
- 0.0053% fail on Sub-frame
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0.45% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
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0.40% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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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
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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
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0.23% fail on
Spark ignition
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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)
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0.0053% fail on
Noise suppression
- 0.0053% fail on Undertray
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0.40% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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0.27% fail on
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
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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
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0.17% fail on
Seat belts
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0.23% fail on
Body, chassis, structure
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0.10% fail on
Transmission
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0.095% fail on
Drive shafts
- 0.095% fail on Joints
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0.0053% fail on
Prop shafts
- 0.0053% fail on Flexible couplings
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0.095% fail on
Drive shafts
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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
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0.032% fail on
Doors
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0.021% fail on
Front passenger's door
- 0.021% fail on Door condition
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0.0053% fail on
Driver's door
- 0.0053% fail on Hinge
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0.0053% fail on
Other passenger's door
- 0.0053% fail on Door condition
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0.021% fail on
Front passenger's door
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0.016% fail on
Fuel system
- 0.0053% fail on Pipe
- 0.0053% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
- 0.0053% fail on System
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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
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0.0053% fail on
Towbar
- 0.0053% fail on Towbar condition
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0.0053% fail on
Boot lid
- 0.0053% fail on Boot lid condition
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0.10% fail on
Transmission
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0.16% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.16% fail on Registration plates
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0.14% fail on
Road Wheels
- 0.11% fail on Attachment
- 0.032% fail on Condition
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0.053% fail on
Steering
(65% better than other 2017 cars)
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0.032% fail on
Steering gear
- 0.032% fail on Steering rack
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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
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0.032% fail on
Steering gear
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0.0053% fail on
Speedometer and speed limiter
- 0.0053% fail on Speedometer
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Skoda Octavia (2013 - 2020)
Saloon shape but actually a practical hatchback. Far superior interior quality than previous model.