Skoda Octavia-: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 5.3% of Skoda Octavia- MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2007, 2008 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 24,053 | 5.9% |
| 2006 | 38,276 | 6.2% |
| 2007 | 44,106 | 6.3% |
| 2008 | 40,908 | 6.2% |
| 2009 | 46,767 | 5.8% |
| 2010 | 63,643 | 5.5% |
| 2013 | 67,346 | 5.8% |
Methodology & source. 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.