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Keep a look out on here for people breaking Estates or selling the dog guards as they do come up. They also pop up from time to time on eBay. The MK2 and up are completely different fitment so stick to the MK1 style/year 99-04.

As above, you’d need the module to be there and connect to just like the MK1. You can buy the kit from Skoda or even remove it from another model and retrofit it like I have done. I had a benefit of a crashed VRS so I carefully removed the whole loom and rewired it just as the factory would in my other VRS. It works as OEM and shows on VagCom. While there are a lot of differences between the MK1/MK2 you get the idea of how it’s installed. But it maybe of some interest to you.

No they'll require additional wiring, levelling motors, level sensors on the front and rear of the car to adjust the beam, front bumper with headlight washers with the tubing and the bigger washer bottle, which I think is the 5L version. The lights/washers need to work and be there in order to pass an MOT. Some have stated that they've just bought an adapted wiring harness and have them adjusted manually. But as far as I'm aware it was a legal requirement to have xenons installed with headlight washers and for them to work.

If you're looking at one that is remapped, I would certainly want proof of it and not have some back alley Dave do the job which will eventually blow the turbo.

Hi Tatey, You can join our FREEDOM membership and advertise on here too: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/subscriptions/ Classifieds area: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/classifieds/

Hi Marcus, and welcome to the community. I hope I can help, however my experience is on the MK1 Octavia's. But I found adding grease to the bars where the wires/plastic sliders helped a lot. Basically, any part that moved I greased it. Also make sure the plastic slider is seated correctly on the bar for it to move freely.

Let us know how you get on.

I've seen many now attempting to install/retro fit Maxidot/Satnav and have the ecu re-coded or have the immob deleted. I believe now you can even adjust all the mileage with relative ease now and have it all coded correctly. | This maybe of some interest.

Hi Kev, The best thing to do as a starting base is to plug it in and get it scanned to see if there are any problems/codes stored. It would also be worth trying to find out if it has been remapped. Coil packs are known to go quite regularly with mapped cars if they’re cheap. Also, make sure he isn’t running an actual ‘dump valve’ as our cars are not designed to run with them.

Hi @OBH69, In order to advertise your car you need to be a Freedom member and use the classifieds section. https://www.briskoda.net/forums/subscriptions/ https://www.briskoda.net/forums/classifieds/ Thanks.

Famously stolen from the MK1 Fabia section, I've decided to compile a list with the help of @softscoop (so thank you very much). An example of mine: If you have Octavia VRS you're welcome to contact me to add yourself to the list (no personal info will be added). This is the current and up to list that we have. I know there are a lot of other Octavia's that have Maxidot & Satnav, but I'm only interested in the VRS models. Corrida Red VRS (**55 ***) (Mine) * Corrida Red VRS (FH05 ***) * Corrida Red VRS (VN55 ***) Black Magic VRS (WF04 ***) Black Magic VRS Estate (J55 ***) Black Magic VRS Estate (LK53 Y**) * Corrida Red vRS (*U55 ***) Black Magic vRS Estate (GY03 ***) Black Magic vRS Hatchback (OU04 ARX) Thanks. Key: Purple = Added

I'm making this guide in hope that it helps other that are in a similar position. Through this guide you'll have a step by step process on how to access your door from inside the car. If you door is locked, deadlocked, or cables have snapped this will help you. Tools you're going to need Philips Screwdriver Trim Removal Tools (as to not damage any plastic parts Drill with drill bits or Dremel Step 1 You want to sit in the site facing the door of your choice Step 2 Remove the A-Pillar tweeter cover Step 3 Remove the inner door handle with the trim removal tool, on each side gently pull up. Step 4 Remove the window switch, I found that the easiest way is to life up the handle and put a trim tool in on the side and lift it out. There will be a tiny hex screw behind there, make sure you unscrew it and take it out! Step 5 There are x2 philips type screws, these need to be removed with a long screwdriver. Step 6 Now the tricky part, getting the door card off with minimal damage if any at all. Grab that trim removal tool once again and place it at the back (as in picture) and try to unhitch the top of the door card over the lip on the door. Step 7 Once you got the corner, you'll see that you can go all the way along to unclip it all. Step 8 Now removal the speaker grille and the speaker with your philips screwdriver. You'll see that I use VW/SKODA speaker adaptors for a neater install, if your's are standard then you'll just have x2 speaker connectors directly on the speaker. Step 9 All around the edge are screws that hold the door card in place, normally the door would be open and you'd unscrew them. But, as we cannot do this, you'll need to literally yank the door card straight off. Be sure to move the seat back to give you more space. Step 10 If you've managed to create a gap, be sure to un-clip any connectors before completely removing it, you don't want to damage the loom. Step 11 If the door is deadlocked and there's no power, no audible click, then you're going to have to cut into the door lock module. Look closely to my picture, you need to cut directly under the cable which is attached to the module. Step 12 Try not to go to deep as you don't want to ruin the cogs/gears. Once you can see the cog, you'll need to start to turn, unwind it until you hear a click or that you can pull the door cable and see if the door opens. Step 13 If you've done it all correctly then your door will open! Step 14 Inspect the door card for any damage, I had very minimal but I wasn't to worried as I have a complete VRS interior in the garage. Step 15 Give your self a pat on the back! If this was helpful and you would like part two of the guide which includes, handle and door lock removal then hit the like button. I'll put the effort in and complete part two and get it posted. If this was helpful, again hit the like button as I can always make more guides on the MK1 platform. I'd love to see pictures and hear your story on how you achieved this, so post your reply below! Thank you!

Just wondering if anyone has the older style black plate for the MK1 Octavia VRS? Example here Or maybe a place where I could get them made up as close as possible to the dealer style. If anyone has a couple for sale, let me know!