Skoda Octavia Vrs TSI S A (2022)
2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TSI S A
CarHunch analysed 312 real MOT records for the 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TSI S A. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Skoda Octavia VRS TSI delivers a first-time pass rate of 93.9%, well above the UK average of 80%, signalling strong mechanical reliability from the factory. Dangerous defects are rare at just 2.2% of vehicles tested, so you're unlikely to encounter serious safety issues.
At 26,857 miles average, these cars are being driven normally for their age rather than thrashed, and they're backing up their clean bill of health with just 0.07 failures per vehicle on average. Before purchase, ask for full service history and confirm any advisory items (averaging 0.8 per car) have been addressed, as this model clearly rewards regular maintenance.
What to check before buying a 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TSI 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 310 | 93.9% | 0.07 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Skoda Octavia Vrs TSI 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 TSI S A vehicles fall between 18,826 and 33,301 miles.
MOT History Averages
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