Skoda Kamiq
From 318 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution., wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution., caused 6 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. | 6 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 6 |
| steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated | 6 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 5 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 4 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 3 |
| an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 51.4% of failures are serious: 51.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £92.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 83.9% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution., wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 84.1% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kamiqs tested had between 16,456 and 36,621 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 21,493 median miles, the Kamiq has 0.074 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Skoda models
| Skoda Fabia | 76% |
| Skoda Octavia | 79.4% |
| Skoda Yeti | 80.8% |
| Skoda Superb | 82% |
| Skoda Karoq | 90.8% |
Common questions
What is the Skoda Kamiq MOT pass rate?
The Skoda Kamiq has a 84% MOT pass rate based on 318 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Skoda Kamiq?
The most common MOT failure on the Skoda Kamiq is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution., which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Skoda Kamiq at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Skoda Kamiq is 21,493 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,456 and 36,621 miles.
Buying a used Kamiq?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 84% pass rate and an average repair bill of £92 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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