Simple design and many extra interior features in the basic equipment are among the characteristics of this Czech carmaker, which has been part of the Volkswagen Group since 1991. At the same time, the world’s third oldest vehicle manufacturer focuses on high-quality interior finishing at good value. The history of the ambitious company can be traced back to the sale of estate cars in particular. Many drivers see SKODA vehicles as roomy wonders on the car market that offer a massive amount of boot space.
Octavia and Fabia – two SKODA legends and their weak points
The models Octavia and Fabia, both class-leading vehicles in terms of quality and value, contributed significantly to the success of SKODA in the UK. The Octavia, produced for the first time in 1959, is known for problems regarding defective air conditioning compressors, cracked axle boots and transverse control arm connectors, as well as tailgate springs. The Fabia, introduced to the market in 1999, often has issues like worn-out silent bushes, above average brake disc wear, and high oil loss.
Typical weaknesses in the Felicia, Superb, and Roomster
The popular Roomster family car was the Czech carmaker’s first MPV and tends to have issues such as defective light bulbs and ignition coils as well as remarkably high wear of the brakes. In the flagship Superb, the brake pads should be checked at around 60,000 kilometres and replaced if necessary. Models with timing chains may have problems with these. The Felicia, built between 1994 to 2001, has issues with its ignition coils, ignition cables, the electrics and braking system, as well as a worn-out front suspension and defective drive shaft.
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