When to change a Skoda 1.6 TDI timing belt?

Can you tell me at what mileage do I have to change the timing belt in a Skoda 1.6 TDI please?

Michael Murphy (Cork)

Sep 2014 Filed under: servicing

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Expert answer

Hi Michael,

You've not mentioned whether you have the Superb or the Octavia, but either way our data suggests that the recommended service interval for the 1.6 TDI timing belt is 140,000 miles (225,000 kilometres) or every four years.

We'd suggest erring on the side of caution with timing belts always, especially on a car that you've not owned yourself from new.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Adviser
@Shane_O_D