Looking to replace my 2011 Skoda Octavia with a petrol car to avoid DPF problems - what do you suggest?

I have an 8000 mile 2011 Skoda diesel Octavia estate but now no longer do the miles needed to avoid DPF problems. I need a car (not necessarily an estate, but I wouldn't mind another) to cope with golf clubs. Obviously petrol is better with an annual mileage of about 8000. I would like to think that I could keep the car for some time so running costs, servicing and reliability are all important. I would very much appreciate your comments and thoughts. I have found Skoda to be reliable, but am happy to look elsewhere for the right vehicle. I'd like to buy new or a newish secondhand/demonstrator up to £20,000.

Asked on 26 May 2012 by GF, via email

Answered by Honest John
There's no reason not to swap for a 1.2 TSI 105 or a 1.4TSI 122 or even a 1.8TSI 160, but talk to your Skoda dealer and find out what the likelihood is of a failure. It seems that the 1.6TDI is the worst for this.
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