Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi vs Skoda Superb: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi
81%
MOT pass rate · 8 vehicles
Skoda Superb
81%
MOT pass rate · 83,119 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi (81%) and Skoda Superb (81%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi | Skoda Superb |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 81% | 81% |
| MOT failure rate | 19% | 19% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.8 ✓ | 1.5 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 4% | 4% |
| Average mileage | 45,598 mi | 124,014 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 8 | 83,119 |
Most common faults
Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- engine cover/under tray/under floor covers fitted
- Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
- Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Skoda Superb
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi (81%) and Skoda Superb (81%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Skoda Octavia se tech first ed tsi report Full Skoda Superb report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.