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Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr reliable? We analysed 2,372 real MOT tests across 466 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,372 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.4%
Typical Mileage
107,556mi
Annual Mileage
9,736mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr.

Specifications

Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1598cc
Engine
105bhp
Power
10.8sec
0–62 mph
74.3mpg
Combined
99g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1598cc
Power
105 BHP
0–62 mph
10.8 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Silver
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
74.3 mpg
Urban
61.4 mpg
Extra-urban
85.6 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1172

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
99 g/km Band A
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (6 mo.)
£N/A
Insurance group
14 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,710 mi/yr
Typical
9,736 mi/yr
Average
11,691 mi/yr
Heavy usage
14,516 mi/yr

Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
107,556 mi
75th Percentile
143,320 mi
95th Percentile
203,457 mi
Max Recorded
1,563,500 mi

How Does the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr THIS CAR 89.4% 2,372 107,556 mi — yrs
Skoda Fabia 76% 4,863,673 58,216 mi 26 yrs
Skoda Octavia 77.7% 3,816,734 87,093 mi 28 yrs
Skoda Yeti 84.4% 844,079 52,202 mi 17 yrs
Jaguar F-pace Hse D MHEV AWD Auto 90.9% 801 31,650 mi — yrs

Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr?

The Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.4% across 2,372 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr owner drives around 9,736 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr reliable?
Based on 2,372 MOT tests, the Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr has a 89.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr do per year?
The typical Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr does around 9,736 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Octavia Elegance TDI Cr?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.