Skoda Praktik electrical issues

That sounds remarkably similar to an electrical problem I encountered some time ago with my Praktik. The low voltage issue caused all sorts of seemingly unrelated systems to malfunction. Before jumping to conclusions about the alternator, have you checked the battery health? A significant voltage drop during startup can trigger those symptoms.

When you experienced this issue, did the engine have trouble starting as well? I've noticed it's been more difficult to start the engine lately, and the lights seem weaker than usual. I'm trying to rule out a more serious alternator issue before replacing the battery.

Indeed, the engine had trouble starting, especially in colder weather. Given your symptoms and the mileage, I would strongly advise having the battery professionally tested. While it could potentially be an alternator issue, a failing battery is a much more common culprit for low voltage problems in these vehicles. Consider visiting a reputable workshop for a diagnostic assessment.

Thank you for the confirmation and recommendation. I took it to a workshop, and you were spot on. They confirmed a heavily discharged battery. The replacement, along with diagnostic checks, cost 290€. Hopefully, this resolves the electrical problem completely.