Skoda Kodiaq
From 55,902 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Kodiaqs fare better: 2023 models pass at 99.3% vs 87.8% for 2017.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 934 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.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 934 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 716 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 674 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 619 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 335 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 263 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 252 |
| brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator | 206 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 150 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 135 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 63.6% of Kodiaq failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 6.1% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £106.
Skoda Kodiaq on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 13,128 newly registered in the past year with 722 leaving, a net gain of 12,406. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 71,495 | 358 | +3,059 | -566 | +2,493 |
| 2025 Q2 | 69,021 | 339 | +3,194 | -6 | +3,188 |
| 2025 Q1 | 65,851 | 321 | +3,588 | -0 | +3,639 |
| 2024 Q4 | 62,239 | 294 | +3,287 | -150 | +3,137 |
| 2024 Q3 | 59,163 | 233 | +2,477 | -686 | +1,791 |
| 2024 Q2 | 57,391 | 214 | +3,178 | -131 | +3,047 |
| 2024 Q1 | 54,356 | 202 | +3,096 | -231 | +2,865 |
| 2023 Q4 | 51,484 | 209 | +2,285 | -0 | +2,338 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kodiaq Se L Executive Tsi S-A | Petrol | 7,530 | 15% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tsi S-A | Petrol | 5,630 | 11% |
| Kodiaq Sportline Tsi S-A | Petrol | 3,917 | 8% |
| Kodiaq Sportlne Tdi Scr 4X4 Sa | Diesel | 3,618 | 7% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tsi E-Tec Mhev S-A | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 2,862 | 6% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tdi Scr 4X4 S-A | Diesel | 2,762 | 5% |
| Kodiaq Edition Tdi Scr 4X4 S-A | Diesel | 2,459 | 5% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tdi S-A | Diesel | 2,305 | 4% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tsi 4X4 S-A | Petrol | 2,155 | 4% |
| Kodiaq Se Tsi S-A | Petrol | 2,137 | 4% |
| Kodiaq Sportline Tsi 4X4 S-A | Petrol | 2,008 | 4% |
| Kodiaq Se Drive Tsi S-A | Petrol | 1,940 | 4% |
| Kodiaq Se Tsi | Petrol | 1,724 | 3% |
| Kodiaq Se L Iv Phev S-A | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,641 | 3% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tdi Scr S-A | Diesel | 1,606 | 3% |
| Kodiaq Se Tsi E-Tec Mhev S-A | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,581 | 3% |
| Kodiaq L And K Tdi Scr 4X4 S-A | Diesel | 1,511 | 3% |
| Kodiaq Edition Tsi 4X4 S-A | Petrol | 1,506 | 3% |
| Kodiaq Edition Tsi S-A | Petrol | 1,466 | 3% |
| Kodiaq Se L Tsi | Petrol | 1,356 | 3% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 99.3% | a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2022 | 96.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction |
| 2021 | 91% | a tyre seriously damaged, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2020 | 90.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
3 earlier years
| 2019 | 89.2% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2018 | 90.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 87.8% | a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Kodiaqs tested had between 42,592 and 65,208 miles on the clock.
At 52,514 median miles, the Kodiaq has 0.019 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 Kodiaq MOT pass rate?
The Skoda Kodiaq has a 89.9% MOT pass rate based on 55,902 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Skoda Kodiaq?
The most common MOT failure on the Skoda Kodiaq is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 934 failures. Other common issues include a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn.
How many Skoda Kodiaqs are on UK roads?
There are 71,495 Skoda Kodiaqs currently licensed on UK roads, with 358 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Skoda Kodiaq at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Skoda Kodiaq is 52,514 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 42,592 and 65,208 miles.
Buying a used Kodiaq?
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.
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