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Used 2017 Skoda Octavia for sale
2.0 TDI VRS
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€12,995
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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 often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
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 288,916 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 Octavia sits on the VW Group MQB architecture and commonly comes with 1.6 or 2.0 TDI engines — both are durable but like all modern diesels they have DPF and EGR systems that dislike short, stop-start use. Being a manual helps keep running costs down, but check for clutch wear; some 2.0 TDI variants from around 2017 may use AdBlue/SCR, so confirm which engine you’re looking at and that any AdBlue system is serviced.
- DPF behaviour — ask for evidence of successful regenerations and watch for persistent soot/DPF warning on the dash after a test drive
- Clutch engagement and free play plus smooth gear selection (manual clutch wear is common on high-mileage examples)
- Turbo/intercooler: listen for whistling, check for boost loss or blue/black smoke under acceleration and feel for turbo shaft play
- EGR and intake soot — uneven idle or poor throttle response can indicate heavy carbon build-up
- Underbody and rear-arch corrosion, and rear suspension condition (estate boots often carry heavy loads)
Spanner’s our AI mechanic — always have a proper look at the car in person before buying.
Welcome to AutoXpress – Luxury for Less! Introducing this 2017 Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI VRS 6-speed manual — a high-performance family car that combines 184PS of power with sporty styling and everyday practicality. Key vehicle details: Year: 2017. Model: Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI VRS 5-door. Transmission: 6-speed manual. Mileage: 179,529 miles. NCT valid until 06/2028. In-door service check-up completed. Fully valeted. Vehicle history report available. Dealer offers: 3 months premium warranty included. Trade-ins welcome. Trusted after-sales service and flexible, competitive finance plans are available. Top features include fog lamps, VRS alloy wheels, ISOFIX child seat mounts, full leather interior, front and rear parking sensors, digital multimedia screen, engine start/stop system, electric windows and mirrors, automatic climate control (AC), CD/AUX/USB connectivity, multifunction steering wheel, traction control, sports seats, central locking and automatic lights.