Skoda Octavia se l first edition tsi
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 1,539 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests
1,539
Best Year
2021 (99%)
Years Covered
2
About the Skoda Octavia se l first edition tsi
The Skoda Octavia se l first edition tsi has been tested 1,539 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2020 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 96%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 99% pass rate from 283 tests. The 2020 model has the lowest at 92%. The 7 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 32,516 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 26,049 miles.
Compared to the Skoda brand average of 88%, the Octavia se l first edition tsi performs 8 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Skoda range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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