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Used 2014 Skoda Octavia for sale
2.0 TDI CR VRS 184PS 5DR
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€15,950
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- You regularly make longer journeys: diesel may fit that pattern better than a routine of mostly short trips. Compare actual running costs.
- You want practical access for everyday shopping and bags: the hatchback opening may suit your routine. Check actual boot space.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- Most journeys are short school runs or local trips: check whether this diesel has a particulate filter and what longer runs its handbook requires.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 12 years old and 170,586 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
This is the Mk3 Octavia (5E) line — roomy interior and one of the largest boots in the hatchback class. Common diesel choices are the 1.6 and 2.0 TDI paired with a manual gearbox; they’re economical on the motorway but can suffer blocked DPFs and EGR/turbo wear if mostly used on short trips. Some 2.0 diesels of this era may carry SCR/AdBlue hardware — check whether yours does and whether that system has been maintained.
- DPF condition and regeneration history (look for frequent short-trip use, warning lights or recent cleaning work)
- Clutch wear and pedal bite (manual cars at 12 years often need a new clutch if used city-heavy)
- Timing-belt and water-pump service history (ask for date/mileage of the last change)
- Turbo/EGR behaviour — check for smoke on hard acceleration, boost loss or rattles
- Underbody and rear-arch/sill corrosion, plus tailgate struts and rear hatch seals
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Comes fully serviced, tested and with warranty. Finance available. Nationwide delivery available. Price: €15,950.