BMW 3 Series vs Skoda Octavia
Both are saloons & estates. First-time MOT failure at age 7, and what each one is known to fail on.
What each one fails on
MeasuredThe faults each records most at ages 6 to 9. Same figures as each full report.
BMW 3 Series
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageAdvisory5.5%
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory5.3%
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory3.0%
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageFail1.6%
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Advisory1.4%
Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.Advisory0.8%
Skoda Octavia
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageAdvisory21.0%
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively wornAdvisory4.8%
Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road usersAdvisory3.2%
Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brakeAdvisory2.2%
A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakenedFail2.1%
A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakageFail1.9%