Known APK problem
Škoda Octavia III: leaks
On the Škoda Octavia III the APK inspector finds leaks problems 2.2× as often as on cars of the same age: at 11–12 years 5.8%, against about 2.6% nationally.
Window: Oct 2025 – Sep 2026 · Updated: 16 Oct 2026
What is it?
Leaks of oil, coolant or other fluids.
How to check it at the viewing
Look under the engine and where the car was parked. Open the bonnet and look for wet, greasy spots.
Ask the seller: Does the car lose oil or coolant?
By age
Share of inspected Škoda Octavia IIIs with this defect, compared with all cars of the same age.
| Age | Type | Octavia III | National | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 – 8 years | C | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.7× |
| 9 – 10 years | C | 3.1% | 1.5% | 2.1× |
| 11 – 12 years | C | 5.8% | 2.6% | 2.2× |
A = structure, safety or costly mechanics; B = fail, usually simple; C = advisory. An age is missing when this defect is not among the most common there.
Comparable cars at 11–12 years
| Model | Leaks | Vs. national |
|---|---|---|
| Škoda Octavia III | 5.8% | 2.2× |
| Volvo V40 II | 5.2% | 2.0× |
| Volkswagen Passat B8 | 4.0% | 1.5× |
| Škoda Superb II | 2.5% | 0.9× |
| Volvo V70 III / XC70 II | 3.9% | 1.5× |
| Volvo V60 I / S60 II | 3.8% | 1.4× |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Škoda Octavia III often have leaks problems?
Yes, more often than average at the APK. At 11–12 years the inspector found a leaks defect on 5.8% of inspected Škoda Octavia IIIs, against about 2.6% of all cars of the same age (2.2×). Source: RDW Open Data, Oct 2025 – Sep 2026.
How do you check the leaks on a used Škoda Octavia III?
Look under the engine and where the car was parked. Open the bonnet and look for wet, greasy spots.
Repair indication: small, medium or large. An indication of the usual repair, not a quote: the real cost depends on the car, the cause and the garage.
Source: RDW Open Data (CC0), analysis CarXray.nl. 6,857,004 inspected passenger cars aged 3 years and older, Oct 2025 – Sep 2026. Each car counts once. How we know