MikeTheThinker

The parts catalogue pages for a 2012 1Z Euro Octy saloon are HERE and the estate HERE. The two covers are completely different so whilst it might be possible to retrofit an estate cover to a saloon I don't believe it would be able to completely cover the load area due to the different body shapes.

Saloon or estate?

Driver's side: Pax side: I also note your car is standing a lot higher off the wheel than mine. Both my front shocks were replaced last Summer with the correct part numbers. Edit: just a thought; what size are your wheels? They look to be smaller than my 17s.

Interesting. My PR codes do not include headlamp levelling, although the facility is both present and working. Full list of my PR codes FYI: 1AT = Electronic stabilization program (ESP) 1D0 = Without trailer hitch 1KF = Disc brakes, rear 1N3 = Speed-related variable steering assist (Servotronic) 1NL = Covers for alloy wheels 2UB = Rough-road design 3FA = Without roof insert (standard roof) 3GA = Without cargo area - added later by CH (original owner) 3L3 = Manual height adjustment for front seats 3NW = Rear seat bench/backrest, split folding with center armrest 3QT = 3-point seat belts with tensioner and height adjustment, front 3S2 = Black roof rails 4A0 = Without seat heater 4K3 = Radio remote controlled central locking operated from inside and safe securing 4R4 = Power windows with comfort operation and circuit breaker 4UF = Drivers and front passenger air bag with front passenger air bag deactivation 4X3 = Side air bag front with curtain air bag 5RV = Right exterior mirror: aspherical 5SJ = Left exterior mirror: convex 6FB = Body-colored exterior mirror housings 6Y0 = Without cruise control warning system 7A2 = CD changer 7AH = Electronic vehicle immobilization device with alarm system, passenger compartment control and backup horn 7GG = Emission standard EU4 DPF 7P4 = Manually adjustable lumbar support in front seats 7Q0 = Without navigation device 7X1 = Park distance control 8GU = Alternator 140 A 8L3 = Roof antenna 8QL = Key for locking system with remote control 8RM = 8 speakers (passive) 8WR = Front fog lights 8X1 = Headlight washer system 8YH = Radio, version 1 9AK = Climatronic with impact pressure control free of cfc 9P1 = Seat belt reminder, electric contact in buckle 9W0 = W/o car phone preparation/installation B09 = Type approval Great Britain and Northern Ireland E0A = No special edition F0A = No special purpose vehicle, standard equipment G07 = Front shock absorption HW6 = Tires 225/50 R17 94W J0L = Battery 340 A (70 Ah) L66 = Suspension range 66 installation control only, no requirement forecast QG1 = Service interval prolongation QN1 = Drawer under left front seat

Yes to your supposition about valid dates. Scouts were all (I believe) fitted with HID headlamps along with headlamp washers and levellers.

I'll take a piccy of my '07 Scout front wheel arch tomorrow so you can compare. Mine doesn't wobble. As regards commonality of suspension components there are different entries for saloon, estate, Scout, RS and so on but you can look at the parts catalogue entries HERE for info. The Option Code (PR Code) for my Scout is 2UB, so the page for that is HERE. You can confirm your own Option Codes on the information sticker either in your service book or under the boot mat near the spare wheel well. There's a site which will decode the Codes for you HERE. One possible useless thought; I had a similar problem with our old Mk1 estate which ultimately turned out to be a front wheel bearing - even though there was no noise and no excess shake at the wheel rim.

I owe you an apology; I didn't note you were writing from Slovenia. One of the best Skoda parts sellers is in Czech; skoda-parts.com. They list a new bumper for around 90 Euro, but you would have to arrange your own carrier. https://www.skoda-parts.com/spare-part/1u0807221k-front-bumper-china-23708.html

Or try searching using part number 1u0807221k,

https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/1333728579

I believe that's referred to as a "Code Brown" moment ...

I can't speak to the general case but in the two wheel bearing rumble incidents I've had on Octy 2s there was significant rumble present but no detectable shake at the rim when lifted off ground.

Also a list of related info here:

No pig?

The paint colour code is usually on the sticker in the car book under the carpet and next to the spare wheel well. It is most likely a four digit code. You can then search online or in the site below for the matching colour. This site lists all the colour codes appropriate to a 2008 Octy mk1 - https://carpaintcode.vernicispray.co.uk/2-en-578-2008-skoda-octavia-2008.jsp

The parts catalogue page for a 2007 pre-facelift Czech build Octavia VRS front bumper is HERE. The part you seek I believe is item 3 LEFT - 1Z0853665A9B9 - and is catalogued HERE. Caveats: Whilst I feel it is likely your car is a Czech build you should search on the catalogue site using your VIN just in case it's an early Ming Rui model, although from the photo I would say not. FYI the Ming Rui front bumper page is HERE. The listed UK price for these items (from lllparts) is less than 7 squid and they do offer global shipping - although for how much I don't know. An excellent alternative parts supplier I have used before is skoda-parts.com, who are based in Czech and who I know do ship globally; the relevant part page is HERE. Looks like you should be able to restore your VRS to prettiness 'real soon now'

Nice detail in the contrast around the terminator.

"From his pre-perv days" :

I see Venus is still on VHF ...

Thanks, I'll PM you.

Can you post the sizes, please? If it will fit my Octy 2 estate I'll have it

A general note regarding searches for part numbers. You need to list your vehicle type, year and engine type in order to make searches in the parts catalogues.

Wow! This one could be taken for a shot (not shop) of the wildfires around LA as they crest a ridge. Well done

I don't have direct Yeti experience (mine have all been Octavias) but all the aerials for a 2014 European build Yeti are listed on the parts catalogue HERE, so hopefully you can identify your particular item. Once you have a part number I'd take a look at skoda-parts.com in Czech. You would have to pay carriage but I suspect their prices are somewhat cheaper than those listed in the UK (how does 150+ squid grab you?).

As I understand the situation, the car was seized as it had no valid insurance cover for the UK. Whether that was down to the policy as written or because the cover was not valid for a vehicle that was not approved for use in the UK has not yet been clarified.

I have a similar problem on my '07 Octavia mk2 Scout. Blower just refused to start on one of the cold mornings; all telltale lights saying all was OK - but they lied! I'm hoping that once I remove the foot panel I will be able to try to turn the fan to see if the problem is just sticky brushes or commutator (or the bearing). There have been no 'burning' smells so I'm assuming the resistor is either OK or has gone open circuit. I'm keen to research as much as possible before tackling the job as I'm not as flexible as I used to be and working upside down in the passenger footwell is going to be something of a challenge.