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Skoda Kamiq MOT pass rate and common problems

91.0% of Skoda Kamiqs passed the 2024 MOT (16,381 first tests): 89.1% at the first attempt and 1.8% after a fix at the test centre (PRS), each rounded separately. About 1 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 15% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 85.3 (95% CI 81.7–89.2; 100 = normal).

Skoda Kamiq at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate91.0%incl. 1.8% fixed at the test centre202416381
Passed at the first attempt89.1%all first tests202416381
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 81.7–89.2)85.3index100 = normal for its age · rank 309 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)202416381
Biggest excess: Brakes6.8per 1002.4 same-age2019–202425442
Dangerous defects5.5per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–202425442
Advisory items74.9per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–202425442
strip · Skoda Kamiq · MOT Risk Index · 85.3 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Skoda Kamiq. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 309 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 280 and 340 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Skoda Kamiq index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank309of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age202416381
Best rank within its 95% interval280rankother models held where they are202416381
Worst rank within its 95% interval340rankother models held where they are202416381

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 91.6 to 85.3 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.

What actually fails on a Skoda Kamiq MOT, and how often?

Skoda Kamiq MOTs fail most often on brakes: 6.8 per 100 tests, against 2.4 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 25,442).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Brakes · 6.8 vs 2.4 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes6.8per 1002.42019–20241725
Tyres4per 1005.82019–20241010
Visibility2.1per 1004.52019–2024533
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment1.3per 1002.12019–2024322
Steering0.6per 1000.22019–2024154
Noise, emissions and leaks0.4per 1000.52019–2024102

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,442 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Skoda Kamiq compare with cars of the same age?

The biggest excess for the Skoda Kamiq is brakes at age 3: 4.3 failures per 100 tests, against 1.8 for same-age cars of comparable models (2019–2024, n = 15,978).

bullet · Skoda Kamiq · Tyres, age 3 · 3.2 vs 4.2 · 2019–2024
Tyres, age 3: 3.2 vs 4.2. Brakes, age 3: 4.3 vs 1.8. Suspension, age 3: 0.1 vs 0.6. Tyres, age 4: 3.4 vs 4.5. Brakes, age 4: 4.2 vs 2.4. Suspension, age 4: 0.1 vs 1.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, age 33.2per 1004.22019–202415978
Brakes, age 34.3per 1001.82019–202415978
Suspension, age 30.1per 1000.62019–202415978
Tyres, age 43.4per 1004.52019–20247749
Brakes, age 44.2per 1002.42019–20247749
Suspension, age 40.1per 1001.22019–20247749

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Skoda Kamiq's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Skoda Kamiq advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is brakes: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 8.2% of the time.

funnel · Skoda Kamiq · Brakes · 8.2 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on brakes: 8.2 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes8.2% next failmedian model2019–20242109
Tyres3.6% next failmedian model2019–20241423
Non-component advisories0% next failmedian model2019–2024529

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Skoda Kamiq got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Skoda Kamiq MOTs flag brakes most: 36.9 advisories per 100 tests, against 34.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 25,442).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Brakes · 36.9 vs 34.7 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes36.9per 10034.72019–20249380
Tyres29.1per 10039.72019–20247411
Non-component advisories6.6per 1007.82019–20241682
Suspension1.3per 10026.22019–2024332
Identification of the vehicle0.3per 1002.52019–202478

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,442 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on a Skoda Kamiq?

For Skoda Kamiqs aged under 3 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is tyres: 3.0% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 4,706).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass · 3.0 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass3.0% next fail2019–20244706
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a pass2.9% next fail2019–20244706
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass1.6% next fail2019–20244706
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass1.2% next fail2019–20244706
Steering, under 3 years old, after a pass0.7% next fail2019–20244706
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20244706
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a pass0.2% next fail2019–20244706
Brakes, under 3 years old, after an advisory6.7% next fail2019–20242120
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after an advisory3.3% next fail2019–20242120
Visibility, under 3 years old, after an advisory2.5% next fail2019–20242120
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after an advisory1.0% next fail2019–20242120
Steering, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.8% next fail2019–20242120
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.5% next fail2019–20242120
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after an advisory0.3% next fail2019–20242120
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a fail4.6% next fail2019–2024697
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a fail3.4% next fail2019–2024697
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a fail2.4% next fail2019–2024697
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a fail1.4% next fail2019–2024697
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a fail1.3% next fail2019–2024697
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a fail0.7% next fail2019–2024697
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass2.5% next fail2019–20241336
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.7% next fail2019–20241336
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass1.4% next fail2019–20241336
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.9% next fail2019–20241336
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass0.9% next fail2019–20241336
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory7.9% next fail2019–2024581
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory4.7% next fail2019–2024581
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory2.2% next fail2019–2024581
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory1.9% next fail2019–2024581
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory1.6% next fail2019–2024581
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)3.6% next fail2019–2024304
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)3.3% next fail2019–2024304
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)3.0% next fail2019–2024304
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)2.3% next fail2019–2024304
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)1.6% next fail2019–2024304

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Skoda Kamiq get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Skoda Kamiq gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 5.5 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 8.0 major and 2.4 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Skoda Kamiq · Dangerous defects · 5.5 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 5.5 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects5.5per 10011.22019–202425442

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 25,442 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Skoda Kamiq still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Skoda Kamiq go from 11.5% at age 3 to 10.4% at age 5, against 15.1% for all cars aged 5 (2024, n = 16,381). Older Skoda Kamiqs are not in the MOT data yet.

line · Skoda Kamiq · Age 3 · 11.5 vs 12.4 · 2024
Age 3: 11.5. Age 5: 10.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 311.5% failed first time12.420248257
Age 410.4% failed first time13.120247057
Age 510.4% failed first time15.12024704

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Skoda Kamiq compare with cars of its own age and size?

At every age shown, Skoda Kamiqs fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 5, where they fail less often: 10.4% against 17.4% (2024, n = 704).

line · Skoda Kamiq · Age 3 · 10.6 vs 10.9 · 2024
Age 3: 10.6. Age 5: 10.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 310.6% fail10.9202415978
Age 410.4% fail13.920247749
Age 510.4% fail17.42024704

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Skoda Kamiq years should I avoid?

Skoda Kamiq build years range from index 93.4 to 99.2 against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 16,381).

No Skoda Kamiq build year stands out once age is allowed for; every year's interval includes normal.

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Build year 2019 (rough estimate: 2,077 tests, 95% interval 80.3–106.5) · 93.4 vs 100 = normal · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Build year 2019 (rough estimate: 2,077 tests, 95% interval 80.3–106.5)93.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–20242077
Build year 202099.2index vs own age100 = normal2019–202414097

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix a Skoda Kamiq MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Skoda Kamiq MOT: about £16 (up to about £31 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 16,381).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Expected repair bill · 16.4 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill16.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue16381
Estimated range lower16.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue16381
Estimated range upper31.2GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue16381
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)10.2GBP expected contribution150price catalogue16381
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)3.6GBP expected contribution90price catalogue16381
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)1.8GBP expected contribution140price catalogue16381
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer0.8GBP expected contribution200price catalogue16381

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Skoda Kamiq more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 5 fail less often for their age than the Skoda Kamiq and 3 as often or more. The Skoda Kamiq has an MOT Risk Index of 85.3, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 16,381).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Skoda Kamiq (this model) · 85.3 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Skoda Kamiq (this model)85.3index100 = normal202416381
Seat Mii86index85.3202418865
Skoda Citigo80.8index85.3202452407
Kia Stonic81.3index85.3202426811
Volkswagen T-Cross79.2index85.3202423830
Vauxhall Viva83.5index85.3202438341
Skoda Rapid102.8index85.3202422303
Smart Fortwo87.6index85.3202451770
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
BMW i372.5index85.3202423610

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Skoda Kamiq normally do?

At age 4, the median Skoda Kamiq had covered 25,847 miles by its MOT; the middle half ranged from 18,219 to 34,647 miles (2024, n = 7,057).

line · Skoda Kamiq · Age 3 median · 21956 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3 median: 21956. Age 5 P75: 38772. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 median21956miles20248257
Age 3 P2515339miles20248257
Age 3 P7529552miles20248257
Age 4 median25847miles20247057
Age 4 P2518219miles20247057
Age 4 P7534647miles20247057
Age 5 median29051miles2024704
Age 5 P2520934miles2024704
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 5 P7538772miles2024704

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Skoda Kamiq MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 3–5, 10.6% of Skoda Kamiqs with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 19.0% of those with 70,000 to 100,000 miles (2024, n = 14,202). Inside this age group, higher mileage goes with more failures.

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Age 3–5, <40k miles · 10.6 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3–5, <40k miles10.6% failed first time202414097
Age 3–5, 40-70k miles13.4% failed first time20241804
Age 3–5, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 12.7–27.6%)19% failed first time2024105

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Skoda Kamiq last?

0.0% of Skoda Kamiqs tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.0% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 10).

line · Skoda Kamiq · 100,000 miles (rough estimate: 10 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%) · 0.0 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles (rou: 0.0. 200,000 miles (rou: 0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles (rough estimate: 10 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%)0.0% of tested cars202410
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.0%)0% of tested cars20240
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.0%)0% of tested cars20240

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Skoda Kamiq driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Skoda Kamiq index is 87.7, against 80.1 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 16,381).

slope · Skoda Kamiq · Age and mileage adjusted index · 87.7 vs 80.1 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 80.1 vs 87.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index87.7index80.12019–202416381

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Skoda Kamiq fuel fails its MOT less?

All Skoda Kamiqs tested were petrol: 10.9% failed first time (2024, n = 16,074).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Petrol · 10.9 vs other fuels · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol10.9% fail first timeother fuels202416074

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Skoda Kamiq engine is best?

For its age, the best Skoda Kamiq engine is the petrol 1.2–1.5 litre at index 89.9, and the worst the petrol under 1.0 litre at 103.5, where 100 = the model's own average (2024, n = 16,381).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Petrol 1.2–1.5 litre · 89.9 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol 1.2–1.5 litre89.9index vs model norm100 = model average20247840
Petrol under 1.0 litre103.5index vs model norm100 = model average202416930
Diesel 1.5–1.8 litre (rough estimate: 629 tests, 95% interval 98.4–148.5)121.3index vs model norm100 = model average2024629

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Skoda Kamiq fail its MOT most?

Skoda Kamiq fails first-time MOTs most in Leicester (LE): 27.2% against 10.3% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 497).

First-time failure rates for the Skoda Kamiq range from 9.8% to 12.3% by area, before allowing for age: a narrower spread than for the typical model.

map · Skoda Kamiq · Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 497 tests, 95% interval 23.4–31.2%) · 27.2 vs 10.9 · 2024
Scotland. N. England. Wales. London. S. West. % failing. 10%. 12%. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 497 tests, 95% interval 23.4–31.2%)27.2% fail first time10.92024497
Kilmarnock (KA) (rough estimate: 150 tests, 95% interval 14.4–27.1%)20% fail first time10.92024150
Milton Keynes (MK) (rough estimate: 296 tests, 95% interval 12.5–20.8%)16.2% fail first time10.92024296
Twickenham (TW) (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 1.5–7.9%)3.5% fail first time10.92024143
Gloucester (GL) (rough estimate: 372 tests, 95% interval 3.1–7.5%)4.8% fail first time10.92024372
Lancaster (LA) (rough estimate: 156 tests, 95% interval 2.6–9.8%)5.1% fail first time10.92024156
Bradford (BD) (rough estimate: 264 tests, 95% interval 11.7–20.4%)15.5% fail first time10.92024264
Northampton (NN) (rough estimate: 304 tests, 95% interval 11.8–20.0%)15.5% fail first time10.92024304
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Paisley (PA) (rough estimate: 145 tests, 95% interval 10.2–21.9%)15.2% fail first time10.92024145
Walsall (WS) (rough estimate: 297 tests, 95% interval 11.5–19.7%)15.2% fail first time10.92024297
Bolton (BL) (rough estimate: 234 tests, 95% interval 11.0–20.1%)15.0% fail first time10.92024234
Ipswich (IP) (rough estimate: 244 tests, 95% interval 10.5–19.3%)14.3% fail first time10.92024244
Canterbury (CT) (rough estimate: 163 tests, 95% interval 9.6–20.3%)14.1% fail first time10.92024163
Shrewsbury (SY) (rough estimate: 190 tests, 95% interval 9.5–19.3%)13.7% fail first time10.92024190
Dundee (DD) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 8.5–20.4%)13.4% fail first time10.92024127
Liverpool (L) (rough estimate: 318 tests, 95% interval 9.9–17.4%)13.2% fail first time10.92024318
Colchester (CO) (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 8.5–19.8%)13.1% fail first time10.92024137
London N (N) (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 8.5–19.8%)13.1% fail first time10.92024137
Bath (BA) (rough estimate: 293 tests, 95% interval 9.6–17.3%)13.0% fail first time10.92024293
Guildford (GU) (rough estimate: 326 tests, 95% interval 9.7–17.0%)12.9% fail first time10.92024326
Brighton (BN) (rough estimate: 274 tests, 95% interval 9.3–17.2%)12.8% fail first time10.92024274
Truro (TR) (rough estimate: 154 tests, 95% interval 8.0–18.5%)12.3% fail first time10.92024154
Glasgow (G)12.3% fail first time10.92024503
Wolverhampton (WV) (rough estimate: 177 tests, 95% interval 7.9–17.5%)11.9% fail first time10.92024177
Preston (PR) (rough estimate: 287 tests, 95% interval 8.6–16.1%)11.8% fail first time10.92024287
Chester (CH) (rough estimate: 365 tests, 95% interval 8.9–15.5%)11.8% fail first time10.92024365
York (YO) (rough estimate: 321 tests, 95% interval 8.5–15.5%)11.5% fail first time10.92024321
Edinburgh (EH)11.5% fail first time10.92024539
Norwich (NR) (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 8.5–14.9%)11.3% fail first time10.92024379
Aberdeen (AB) (rough estimate: 221 tests, 95% interval 7.8–16.2%)11.3% fail first time10.92024221
Newcastle (NE)11.3% fail first time10.92024684
Oldham (OL) (rough estimate: 189 tests, 95% interval 7.4–16.4%)11.1% fail first time10.92024189
Cambridge (CB) (rough estimate: 200 tests, 95% interval 7.4–16.1%)11% fail first time10.92024200
Swindon (SN) (rough estimate: 182 tests, 95% interval 7.2–16.4%)11.0% fail first time10.92024182
Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 401 tests, 95% interval 8.3–14.4%)11.0% fail first time10.92024401
Kingston upon Thames (KT) (rough estimate: 183 tests, 95% interval 7.2–16.3%)10.9% fail first time10.92024183
Taunton (TA) (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 6.2–18.5%)10.9% fail first time10.92024101
Sheffield (S)10.9% fail first time10.92024543
Tonbridge (TN) (rough estimate: 351 tests, 95% interval 8.0–14.5%)10.8% fail first time10.92024351
Warrington (WA) (rough estimate: 291 tests, 95% interval 7.6–14.7%)10.7% fail first time10.92024291
Dartford (DA) (rough estimate: 217 tests, 95% interval 7.2–15.4%)10.6% fail first time10.92024217
Hemel Hempstead (HP) (rough estimate: 170 tests, 95% interval 6.8–16.1%)10.6% fail first time10.92024170
Stockport (SK) (rough estimate: 342 tests, 95% interval 7.7–14.2%)10.5% fail first time10.92024342
Croydon (CR) (rough estimate: 190 tests, 95% interval 6.9–15.7%)10.5% fail first time10.92024190
Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 328 tests, 95% interval 7.5–14.1%)10.4% fail first time10.92024328
Leeds (LS) (rough estimate: 379 tests, 95% interval 7.6–13.8%)10.3% fail first time10.92024379
Medway (ME) (rough estimate: 441 tests, 95% interval 7.7–13.4%)10.2% fail first time10.92024441
Derby (DE) (rough estimate: 216 tests, 95% interval 6.8–14.9%)10.2% fail first time10.92024216
Watford (WD) (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 6.0–16.6%)10.2% fail first time10.92024128
Salisbury (SP) (rough estimate: 148 tests, 95% interval 6.2–16.1%)10.1% fail first time10.92024148
Oxford (OX) (rough estimate: 297 tests, 95% interval 7.2–14.1%)10.1% fail first time10.92024297
Newport (NP) (rough estimate: 194 tests, 95% interval 6.4–14.8%)9.8% fail first time10.92024194
Birmingham (B)9.8% fail first time10.92024666
Doncaster (DN) (rough estimate: 338 tests, 95% interval 7.0–13.4%)9.8% fail first time10.92024338
Stevenage (SG) (rough estimate: 197 tests, 95% interval 6.3–14.6%)9.6% fail first time10.92024197
Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 407 tests, 95% interval 7.1–12.8%)9.6% fail first time10.92024407
Dudley (DY) (rough estimate: 258 tests, 95% interval 6.3–13.5%)9.3% fail first time10.92024258
Llandudno (LL) (rough estimate: 162 tests, 95% interval 5.7–14.7%)9.3% fail first time10.92024162
Cardiff (CF) (rough estimate: 282 tests, 95% interval 6.4–13.2%)9.2% fail first time10.92024282
Durham (DH) (rough estimate: 321 tests, 95% interval 6.4–12.7%)9.0% fail first time10.92024321
Stoke-on-Trent (ST) (rough estimate: 274 tests, 95% interval 6.0–12.7%)8.8% fail first time10.92024274
Hull (HU) (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 5.1–14.7%)8.8% fail first time10.92024137
Exeter (EX) (rough estimate: 252 tests, 95% interval 5.8–12.9%)8.7% fail first time10.92024252
Wakefield (WF) (rough estimate: 278 tests, 95% interval 5.9–12.5%)8.6% fail first time10.92024278
Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 360 tests, 95% interval 6.1–12.0%)8.6% fail first time10.92024360
London E (E) (rough estimate: 153 tests, 95% interval 5.0–14.0%)8.5% fail first time10.92024153
Plymouth (PL) (rough estimate: 178 tests, 95% interval 5.2–13.4%)8.4% fail first time10.92024178
Slough (SL) (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 4.9–14.1%)8.4% fail first time10.92024143
Huddersfield (HD) (rough estimate: 170 tests, 95% interval 5.0–13.4%)8.2% fail first time10.92024170
Crewe (CW) (rough estimate: 220 tests, 95% interval 5.2–12.6%)8.2% fail first time10.92024220
Redhill (RH) (rough estimate: 258 tests, 95% interval 5.4–12.1%)8.1% fail first time10.92024258
Manchester (M) (rough estimate: 172 tests, 95% interval 4.9–13.2%)8.1% fail first time10.92024172
Chelmsford (CM) (rough estimate: 201 tests, 95% interval 5.0–12.5%)8.0% fail first time10.92024201
Inverness (IV) (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 4.1–14.9%)7.9% fail first time10.92024101
Swansea (SA) (rough estimate: 306 tests, 95% interval 5.3–11.4%)7.8% fail first time10.92024306
Dumfries (DG) (rough estimate: 141 tests, 95% interval 4.4–13.4%)7.8% fail first time10.92024141
Southampton (SO) (rough estimate: 479 tests, 95% interval 5.7–10.5%)7.7% fail first time10.92024479
Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 411 tests, 95% interval 5.4–10.5%)7.5% fail first time10.92024411
Kirkcaldy (KY) (rough estimate: 178 tests, 95% interval 4.3–12.1%)7.3% fail first time10.92024178
Cleveland (TS) (rough estimate: 282 tests, 95% interval 4.6–10.7%)7.1% fail first time10.92024282
Peterborough (PE) (rough estimate: 369 tests, 95% interval 4.9–10.1%)7.0% fail first time10.92024369
Perth (PH) (rough estimate: 190 tests, 95% interval 4.0–11.4%)6.8% fail first time10.92024190
Motherwell (ML) (rough estimate: 220 tests, 95% interval 4.2–10.9%)6.8% fail first time10.92024220
Bournemouth (BH) (rough estimate: 219 tests, 95% interval 3.8–10.4%)6.4% fail first time10.92024219
Sunderland (SR) (rough estimate: 114 tests, 95% interval 3.0–12.1%)6.1% fail first time10.92024114
Blackburn (BB) (rough estimate: 261 tests, 95% interval 3.8–9.7%)6.1% fail first time10.92024261
Falkirk (FK) (rough estimate: 185 tests, 95% interval 3.4–10.3%)6.0% fail first time10.92024185
Worcester (WR) (rough estimate: 219 tests, 95% interval 3.5–9.9%)5.9% fail first time10.92024219
Carlisle (CA) (rough estimate: 188 tests, 95% interval 3.3–10.2%)5.8% fail first time10.92024188
Darlington (DL) (rough estimate: 188 tests, 95% interval 3.3–10.2%)5.8% fail first time10.92024188
Lincoln (LN) (rough estimate: 242 tests, 95% interval 3.5–9.5%)5.8% fail first time10.92024242
Southend-on-Sea (SS) (rough estimate: 124 tests, 95% interval 2.8–11.2%)5.7% fail first time10.92024124
Harrow (HA) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 2.6–11.6%)5.6% fail first time10.92024108
Telford (TF) (rough estimate: 192 tests, 95% interval 2.9–9.3%)5.2% fail first time10.92024192

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does a Skoda Kamiq rust more than average?

Allowing for age, Skoda Kamiq MOTs record corrosion failures at 0.0 times the national rate: 0% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 16,380).

Computed, not measured.

slope · Skoda Kamiq · Salt belt susceptibility · 0 vs 1 · 2024 + geographic layers
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Salt belt susceptibility0ratio estimate12024 + geographic layers16380

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Skoda Kamiq ULEZ compliant?

All Skoda Kamiqs tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Skoda Kamiq · Likely compliant · 100 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant100% estimate202416381

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Skoda Kamiq?

Of failed Skoda Kamiq MOTs, 49.7% were retested the same day and a further 46.6% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 2,044).

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Same-day retest · 49.7 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest49.7%failed initial tests2019–20242044
Retest within 10 days46.6%failed initial tests2019–20242044
Clean MOT streak34.0%observed chains2019–20241362
Repeat advisory1.8%observed chains2019–20241362
Decreasing odometer0.2% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–20248251

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is low mileage better for a Skoda Kamiq?

Skoda Kamiqs aged 5 to 5 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 5.8% of tests, against 15.6% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 259).

bullet · Skoda Kamiq · Low-use first-time failure · 5.8 vs 15.6 · 2019–2024
Low-use first-time failure: 5.8 vs 15.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Low-use first-time failure5.8%15.62019–2024259
Low-use gap-9.8percentage points8–12k miles2019–2024259

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many years is a Skoda Kamiq likely to last?

Skoda Kamiqs aged 5 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 0.5 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 5, so the true figure is likely higher.

Computed, not measured.

Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.

bar · Skoda Kamiq · Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 5) · 0.5 vs baseline · survival forecast
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 5)0.5years forecastsurvival forecast0

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Skoda Kamiqs are still on the road?

In 2024, for every 100 Skoda Kamiqs tested at ages 4 to 6, about 17 were tested at age 5 (2024, n = 704).

line · Skoda Kamiq · Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) · 100 vs baseline · 2024
Age 3 (at least as: 100. Age 5: 16.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline202415978
Age 4 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)100% of age 4–6 baseline20247749
Age 516.7% of age 4–6 baseline2024704

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Skoda Kamiq fails, does it fail again?

14.5% of Skoda Kamiqs that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 9.7% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 276).

bullet · Skoda Kamiq · Repeat after fail · 14.5 vs 9.7 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 14.5 vs 9.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail14.5%9.72019–2024276

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Skoda Kamiq faults come together?

On Skoda Kamiqs, ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’ and visibility failures turn up together 3.9 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 20).

Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 2.4–6.0)3.9liftexpected joint rate202420
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 42 tests, 95% interval 2.7–5.0)3.7liftexpected joint rate202442
Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 2.7–3.9)3.2liftexpected joint rate2024111
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 26 tests, 95% interval 2.0–4.5)3.1liftexpected joint rate202426
Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 40 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.5)2.6liftexpected joint rate202440
Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 53 tests, 95% interval 1.9–3.3)2.5liftexpected joint rate202453
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)18tests with both202418
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)16tests with both202416
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Brakes + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)9tests with both20249
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)8tests with both20248
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Suspension + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Steering + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Suspension + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Skoda Kamiq had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns matched to the Skoda Kamiq; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched2campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register16381

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What does a Skoda Kamiq cost to run in a fleet?

Of every 100 Skoda Kamiqs tested at age 5, about 10 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).

Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 311.5% fail first time20248257
Age 410.4% fail first time20247057
Age 5 (rough estimate: 704 tests, 95% interval 8.3–12.8%)10.4% fail first time2024704

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the Skoda Kamiq fail inspections in other countries too?

In the Netherlands, 25.1% of Skoda Kamiqs failed their periodic roadworthiness inspection, against 50.8% for all cars there (2024 by country, n = 2,141 inspections).

Inspections abroad point the same way: in Finland and the Netherlands the Skoda Kamiq also fails less often than the national average.

bullet · Skoda Kamiq · Finland · 11.2 vs 26.3 · 2024 by country
Finland: 11.2 vs 26.3. Netherlands: 25.1 vs 50.8. Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024 by country)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Finland11.2% failed26.32024 by country1138
Netherlands25.1% failed50.82024 by country2141

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV · licences and full notice

Does the month of a Skoda Kamiq MOT matter?

Skoda Kamiqs fail first time most in April (11.2%, against 29.8% for all cars that month) and least in February (9.3%) (2024, n = 16,381).

The month of the MOT makes little difference for the Skoda Kamiq.

line · Skoda Kamiq · January · 9.6 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 9.6. December: 10.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January9.6% fail first time31.120241422
February9.3% fail first time30.020241809
March10.6% fail first time28.320242157
April11.2% fail first time29.820241506
May10.7% fail first time28.820241586
June10.1% fail first time28.120242235
July11.1% fail first time29.320242371
August9.8% fail first time29.220242351
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September10.3% fail first time28.220242709
October10.2% fail first time30.320242291
November10.5% fail first time30.620242589
December10.7% fail first time29.320242416

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 16,381 initial Skoda Kamiq tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 16,381 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Skoda Kamiq MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/skoda-kamiq/

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Skoda Kamiq MOT: quick answers

What is the Skoda Kamiq first-time MOT pass rate?

89.1% of first attempts passed in 2024 (16,381 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 16,381 primary tests: 10.87% failed first time and 91.0% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 85.3 is shown separately.