Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 176 vehicles, the 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A (2022)

176 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.9% first-time pass rate

2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A

CarHunch analysed 176 real MOT records for the 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Octavia hybrid is a notably reliable performer, with a 93.8% first-time pass rate that sits well ahead of the UK average of 80%—and only 3.4% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. The hybrid powertrain itself shows no weakness, posting a 93.7% pass rate across the 175 hybrid examples tested.

At 26,000 miles median mileage for a two-year-old car, these vehicles are running well within normal wear expectations, and they're backing that up with an average of just 0.09 failures per vehicle and 0.8 advisories—meaning most owners encounter minor wear items rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still worthwhile, but this cohort suggests the Octavia hybrid is proving genuinely durable; focus your check on brake wear and fluid condition rather than bracing for major trouble.

We have limited data for the 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–37k

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These stats describe 176 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 176 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	175	95.9%	0.09

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

26,073

typical

17,585

low mileage

37,280

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S A vehicles fall between 17,585 and 37,280 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,585 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 17,585–37,280 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Skoda Octavia SE L TSI E Tec S As sit.

⚠ Over 50,328 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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