2.0 TDI vRS 170hp (BMN / CEGA)

2006–2013 · diesel · 1968cc · 170hp

Engine codes: BMN, CEGA, CFGB

Problematic

Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TDI vRS 170hp (BMN / CEGA). Check this before you buy used.

The high-output diesel (PD BMN early, common-rail CEGA later). Quick and torquey, but more to go wrong than the 140: early PD/piezo injectors failed (many recalled), early common-rail builds share the oil-pump hex risk, and the DPF dislikes short trips. A sorted example can be good; the 140 is the safer buy unless this car checks out.

Same engine, other cars

This is the same physical engine (CFFB) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:

Known Issues

Injector failure (PD/piezo)critical

Early Siemens piezo / PD injectors fail, cutting the engine. Many recalled/replaced — verify on the car.

Fix / Workaround: Confirm injector recall/replacement; budget if not done.

Repair cost: €400–€1800

Typically appears after: 100,000 km

Oil pump hex (early common-rail builds)critical

Early CR builds share the 77mm oil-pump hex-drive failure risk; revised to 100mm later.

Fix / Workaround: Check build date; verify revised shaft. Idle rattle = stop.

Repair cost: €200–€3500

Typically appears after: 100,000 km

DPF cloggingrecurring

Blocks on short trips.

Fix / Workaround: Hot motorway runs; clean/replace.

Repair cost: €200–€1200

Year Cutoffs

2009: Before — PD BMN era — early injector failures. After — Common-rail CEGA; verify oil-pump shaft revision.

Mileage Thresholds

After 100,000 km: Injector / early-build oil-pump risks.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

☐Verify injectors were recalled/replaced
☐Establish build date for the CR oil-pump fix
☐Idle rattle check
☐DPF history; prefer motorway-used cars
☐Consider the 140 instead unless history is excellent

Frequently asked questions

Is the Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TDI vRS 170hp (BMN / CEGA) reliable?

Problematic — The high-output diesel (PD BMN early, common-rail CEGA later). Quick and torquey, but more to go wrong than the 140: early PD/piezo injectors failed (many recalled), early common-rail builds share the oil-pump hex risk, and the DPF dislikes short trips. A sorted example can be good; the 140 is the safer buy unless this car checks out.

What are the common problems and reviews for the Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TDI vRS 170hp (BMN / CEGA)?

The most commonly reported problems: Injector failure (PD/piezo), Oil pump hex (early common-rail builds), DPF clogging.

Is a used Skoda Octavia II 2.0 TDI vRS 170hp (BMN / CEGA) worth buying?

Known design issues and recurring faults that were never fully resolved. Buy only with eyes open.