Ukrainian Mechanic's Skoda Repair Highlights Importance of Car Maintenance

Skoda Octavia Repair Highlights Need for Regular Maintenance A recent video from a Ukrainian auto repair shop highlights the importance of regular car maintenance. The video shows a Skoda Octavia requiring extensive repairs due to oil-covered spark plugs and a damaged coolant expansion tank. Mechanic Mr. Driver explains that the problems were caused by a leak in the engine's valve cover gasket. "The spark plugs were all covered in oil," Mr. Driver states in the video, "indicating a significant leak." He also points to a clouded coolant expansion tank, another sign of system failure. The repair includes replacing the expansion tank, spark plugs, and other components of the ignition and cooling systems. The cost is estimated at 150,000-200,000 hryvnias. This case serves as a reminder for car owners to schedule regular inspections and maintenance to prevent costly repairs.