Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI S A (2022)
2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI S A
CarHunch analysed 103 real MOT records for the 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI S A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2022 Skoda Octavia VRS TDI is a strong performer: it hits an 89.5% first-time pass rate, well above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 4.9% of vehicles. You're looking at a diesel saloon that's proven reliable in its first couple of years on the road.
At 36,000 miles average, these cars are running hard but not unusually so for their age—and they're backing it up with minimal failures (0.1 per vehicle) and modest advisory items (1.0 per vehicle). If you're considering one, check the service history carefully given the diesel engine's demands, and budget for routine maintenance, but the MOT data gives you genuine confidence in the mechanicals.
What to check before buying a 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI S A
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (96%) | 99 | 90.1% | 0.1 |
| Petrol (4%) | 4 | 75% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI S A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TDI S A vehicles fall between 25,507 and 44,460 miles.
MOT History Averages
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