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Should I replace my Octavia's belt?
I have a 2018 Skoda Octavia with low mileage. Does it need a timing belt replacement after 5 years?
Our answer:
Hi Iain,
That seems to be general advice on many cars, though it will differ by engine. The diesels, for example, officially don't need to be changed until they've done 210,000km regardless of time. I'd change it earlier than that myself though.
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