Robank

Yes, totally agree, couple of times cars have been hidden in the blind spot, I'm now very, very careful when pulling out to overtake. Also considering getting stick on mirrors (Last bought stick on mirrors late 1980's - happy days, young free and single The wife's polo has the curved mirrors which are 1000 times better than the Octavia's

Promised to update on my friends 'cabin pressure' and the results of fitting the ' baffle kit'. After 10 months of Octavia ownership he has part exchanged for a superb (he will not tell me the deal, however, has a smile on his face) Sorry about the vague details, that's all I know - problem not fixed and car part exchanged This is a big worry for me, present car great, however, due for change next year - do I order a replacement or look to VW, Seat, etc? Not happy camper :(

Speaking to a friend tonight with a 1.6 tdi elegance hatch, Skoda have finally admitted to him that his car has a low frequency boom problem (3rd visit to the garage!). They are telling him that it’s due to high 'cabin pressure' and have ordered a ‘baffle kit’ for the rear hatch. Thankfully my mk3 estate is ok, however as the lease finishes early next year was planning a vrs estate as the next car, however, would be very unhappy if this problem is not sorted for the 2015 model. Indeed probably not take the chance and go elsewhere which would be a real shame as I love the car with the blend of great performance and fuel consumption (45 – 55) from the 2.0 tdi engine. I'll be seeing my friend next week and will report back after the baffle kit has been fitted