Is the 2013 Skoda 1.4 TSI engine ok?

Is the 1.4 TSI engine in the Skoda Octavia 2013 model reliable and what mileage is it good for?

Willie Keogh (Wexford)

Jan 2021 Filed under: fault

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Expert answer

Hi Willie,

It's impossible to put a mileage on an engine, as it will depend on how it was maintained and driven, so no two are alike. However, we can tell you that the 1.4 TSI engine has a major known issue that can lead to requiring a whole new cylinder head due to issues with the manufacturing. If you're buying one, check if this has been done already. If it has, then the engine should be sound.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor
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