2022 Skoda Octavia Iv S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 489 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Skoda Octavia Iv S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 90.4% was below the average for cars of a similar age (91.9%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.4% | 36 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.9% | 14 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.6% | 8 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.6% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 3 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 16 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 14 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 8 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 7 |
| 5 | Electrical wiring | 3 |
| 6 | Switch | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 28.0% | 137 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.8% | 43 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.2% | 35 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.3% | 31 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.3% | 26 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.6% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 103 | 5.8% |
| 30-60k | 277 | 10.5% |
| 60-90k | 82 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 60 | 11.7% |
| 2025 | 427 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Octavia Iv S-A
Before buying a 2022 Skoda Octavia Iv S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 7.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (7.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (1.6% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Skoda Octavia Iv S-As pass their MOT?
90.4% of the 489 2022 Skoda Octavia Iv S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Octavia Iv S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 7.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.9%).
Does the 2022 Octavia Iv S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.8% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 489 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.