1999 Skoda Octavia SLXi 20v review from UK and Ireland
"Ignore the name jokes - this vehicle is a serious bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Switch stalk on electric door mirror snapped - replaced under warranty.
Windscreen wiper motor replaced under warranty - garage also replaced windscreen wiper rack at same time because they noticed it was rusty.
Brake pads replaced all round - rears for second time because calipers started to jam. Caliper automatic adjustment is the wind-in type - terrible to reset. Persevere - new calipers cost a fortune!
Alloy wheels always stick on the hub - always needs a garage or the RAC to change a wheel.
Timing belt replaced twice - water pump was badly worn at 90000 and idler gear replaced at same time (stuck pulley).
General comments?
Very reliable - always starts first time.
Comfortable on long runs.
Reasonably quick when needs to be.
I cruise on the motorway at 70 and still get 42 miles to the gallon (UK).
No major mechanical problems in over 100,000 miles.
Significantly cheaper than an Audi A4 or VW Passat, but the bits are the same.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 101653 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 11th July, 2003 |