Skoda Octavia-: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 7.4% of Skoda Octavia- MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2006, 2007 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 5,079 | 13.6% |
| 2002 | 8,097 | 12.6% |
| 2003 | 12,021 | 13.7% |
| 2004 | 15,726 | 13.7% |
| 2005 | 24,053 | 15.1% |
| 2006 | 38,276 | 15.3% |
| 2007 | 44,106 | 15.5% |
| 2008 | 40,908 | 14.8% |
| 2009 | 46,767 | 13.3% |
| 2010 | 63,643 | 13.6% |
| 2013 | 67,346 | 7.0% |
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.