Skoda Octavia SE TDI
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 183 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests
183
Model Years
2021 to 2022
Years Covered
2
About the Skoda Octavia SE TDI
The Skoda Octavia SE TDI was MOT tested 183 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2021 to 2022), with an average pass rate of 94%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2021) averages 54,392 miles, while the newest (2022) averages 74,520 miles.
Compared to the Skoda brand average of 88%, the Octavia SE TDI performs 6 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Skoda range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2022 detailsHow reliable is the Skoda Octavia SE TDI?
Skoda Octavia SE TDI by Year
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Questions about the Skoda Octavia SE TDI
Is the Skoda Octavia SE TDI reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (2021 to 2022), the Skoda Octavia SE TDI averages a 94% MOT pass rate, from 183 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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