2020 Skoda Octavia Technology — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,927 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Skoda Octavia Technology, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.3% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 168 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.2% | 87 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 80 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.2% | 46 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.9% | 37 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.8% | 33 |
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 | 93 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 81 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 49 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 37 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 37 |
| 6 | Washers | 27 |
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 | 23.6% | 926 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.8% | 345 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.4% | 330 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.5% | 254 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.0% | 80 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.2% | 8 |
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 | 1,087 | 6.7% |
| 30-60k | 2,053 | 8.7% |
| 60-90k | 591 | 12.9% |
| 90-120k | 131 | 6.9% |
| 120-150k | 46 | 8.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 3,381 | 8.4% |
| Diesel | 546 | 10.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,263 | 7.9% |
| 2024 | 1,313 | 8.6% |
| 2025 | 1,335 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Octavia Technology
Before buying a 2020 Skoda Octavia Technology, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.3% 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.
- Suspension (2.2% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2020 Skoda Octavia Technologys pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 3,927 2020 Skoda Octavia Technology MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Skoda Octavia Technology?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by suspension (2.2%).
Does the 2020 Octavia Technology get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.7% in the 0-30k band to 8.7% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,927 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.