I've had my 2007 Octy vRS for over two years now and I'm tired of not being able to get clear radio reception.  It might be good for a couple of miles but it always breaks up eventually.  Does anyone know why this is? Every other car I've owned I have been able to listen to the radio on a long journey without having to constantly hit the scan button.  I don't really want to replace the head unit but could try a new aerial.  Suggestions on solutions please.

Edited 3 February, 20179 yr by SkodaKitteh

Aerial base has an amplifier that's prone to failure. Replacement is about 30 quid I think. Do a search on here, there's a few threads. Certainly cured the poor reception on mine.

 

There's a service menu on the stream mp3 that can report the status of the amp if memory serves.

Same here on my 07 vrs , my am was not working so I got a new antena from main dealer around £25-£30

am now working fine . 

And the same here, I replaced the antenna and base and now my radio works fine.

Replacing the antenna, is it an easy DIY job?

Took me about half an hour. Having a helper to hold the aerial as you do up the nut is a good plan. Hardest part is getting the rear headliner trim off. Take your time and it's a DIY job. The nut is awkward to get at but you can pull the headliner down enough to get a ratchet in. There's a thread or two detailing it all on here.