im looking to buy a octavia vrs and dont really know a great deal about them.

can anyone off any reccomendations on things i should look out for, common faults issues etc. i have seen a Y reg with 77k forsale locally for under 2k but before i look i wanted some inside info.

in advance...thanks

look out for the turbo sometimes needs replacing 70-80k

check all services see when its last cam belt watter pump tensioner arm change was done usualy every 50k

cambelt and water pump both changed 2 months ago with reciepts. how do i tell if the turbo is on its way out??

is that pretty much all that can go wrong with them, i know they are solid cars but that would be good if there is nothing regular.

look out for the turbo sometimes needs replacing 70-80k

Where have you heard this? Mines done 107k and is fine even after the remap. Plenty of others on here with similar or more miles still running fine :confused:

Make sure all electrics work (windows and doors lock) Check that there hasnt been any leaks look at the roof lining for stains and check the floor for signs of water getting in, it may be a pain and the person selling may think you are going over board but trust me it will save you a fortune in the long run.

I must be honest mine has been outstanding for reliability on the engine side of things but i have been unfortunate to buy one that has been leaking in and now have loads of electrical problems to get sorted.

Better to be safe than sorry