2022 Skoda Octavia L — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,002 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Skoda Octavia L, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 93.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.7% in the 60-90k group versus 4.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.7% | 37 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.6% | 36 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.3% | 13 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 7 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.6% | 6 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.5% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 44 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 14 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 6 |
| 6 | Washers | 5 |
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 | 17.0% | 170 |
| 2 | Suspension | 7.1% | 71 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.7% | 57 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.1% | 51 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.8% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 4 |
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 | 572 | 4.5% |
| 30-60k | 330 | 9.1% |
| 60-90k | 73 | 13.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 765 | 4.7% |
| Diesel | 237 | 13.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 62 | 9.7% |
| 2025 | 928 | 6.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Octavia L
Before buying a 2022 Skoda Octavia L, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.7% 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 (3.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (1.3% 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 Ls pass their MOT?
93.2% of the 1,002 2022 Skoda Octavia L MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Octavia L?
Tyres, recorded in 3.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.6%).
Does the 2022 Octavia L get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.5% in the 0-30k band to 13.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,002 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.