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
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
MOT pass rate
91.0
%
incl. 1.8% fixed at the test centre
2024
16381
Passed at the first attempt
89.1
%
all first tests
2024
16381
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 81.7–89.2)
85.3
index
100 = normal for its age · rank 309 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)
2024
16381
Biggest excess: Brakes
6.8
per 100
2.4 same-age
2019–2024
25442
Dangerous defects
5.5
per 100
11.2 UK, not age-adjusted
2019–2024
25442
Advisory items
74.9
per 100
127.1 UK, not age-adjusted
2019–2024
25442
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.
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Brakes
6.8
per 100
2.4
2019–2024
1725
Tyres
4
per 100
5.8
2019–2024
1010
Visibility
2.1
per 100
4.5
2019–2024
533
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
1.3
per 100
2.1
2019–2024
322
Steering
0.6
per 100
0.2
2019–2024
154
Noise, emissions and leaks
0.4
per 100
0.5
2019–2024
102
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).
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres, age 3
3.2
per 100
4.2
2019–2024
15978
Brakes, age 3
4.3
per 100
1.8
2019–2024
15978
Suspension, age 3
0.1
per 100
0.6
2019–2024
15978
Tyres, age 4
3.4
per 100
4.5
2019–2024
7749
Brakes, age 4
4.2
per 100
2.4
2019–2024
7749
Suspension, age 4
0.1
per 100
1.2
2019–2024
7749
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.
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Brakes
8.2
% next fail
median model
2019–2024
2109
Tyres
3.6
% next fail
median model
2019–2024
1423
Non-component advisories
0
% next fail
median model
2019–2024
529
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Brakes
36.9
per 100
34.7
2019–2024
9380
Tyres
29.1
per 100
39.7
2019–2024
7411
Non-component advisories
6.6
per 100
7.8
2019–2024
1682
Suspension
1.3
per 100
26.2
2019–2024
332
Identification of the vehicle
0.3
per 100
2.5
2019–2024
78
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass
3.0
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a pass
2.9
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass
1.6
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass
1.2
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Steering, under 3 years old, after a pass
0.7
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a pass
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a pass
0.2
% next fail
2019–2024
4706
Brakes, under 3 years old, after an advisory
6.7
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Tyres, under 3 years old, after an advisory
3.3
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Visibility, under 3 years old, after an advisory
2.5
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after an advisory
1.0
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Steering, under 3 years old, after an advisory
0.8
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after an advisory
0.5
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after an advisory
0.3
% next fail
2019–2024
2120
Tyres, under 3 years old, after a fail
4.6
% next fail
2019–2024
697
Brakes, under 3 years old, after a fail
3.4
% next fail
2019–2024
697
Visibility, under 3 years old, after a fail
2.4
% next fail
2019–2024
697
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a fail
1.4
% next fail
2019–2024
697
Noise, emissions and leaks, under 3 years old, after a fail
1.3
% next fail
2019–2024
697
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, under 3 years old, after a fail
0.7
% next fail
2019–2024
697
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
2.5
% next fail
2019–2024
1336
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
1.7
% next fail
2019–2024
1336
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
1.4
% next fail
2019–2024
1336
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.9
% next fail
2019–2024
1336
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass
0.9
% next fail
2019–2024
1336
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory
7.9
% next fail
2019–2024
581
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory
4.7
% next fail
2019–2024
581
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory
2.2
% next fail
2019–2024
581
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory
1.9
% next fail
2019–2024
581
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory
1.6
% next fail
2019–2024
581
Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)
3.6
% next fail
2019–2024
304
Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)
3.3
% next fail
2019–2024
304
Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)
3.0
% next fail
2019–2024
304
Steering, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)
2.3
% next fail
2019–2024
304
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 304 cars)
1.6
% next fail
2019–2024
304
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).
Dangerous defects: 5.5 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Dangerous defects
5.5
per 100
11.2
2019–2024
25442
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.
Age 3: 11.5. Age 5: 10.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3
11.5
% failed first time
12.4
2024
8257
Age 4
10.4
% failed first time
13.1
2024
7057
Age 5
10.4
% failed first time
15.1
2024
704
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).
Age 3: 10.6. Age 5: 10.4. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3
10.6
% fail
10.9
2024
15978
Age 4
10.4
% fail
13.9
2024
7749
Age 5
10.4
% fail
17.4
2024
704
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.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Build year 2019 (rough estimate: 2,077 tests, 95% interval 80.3–106.5)
93.4
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
2077
Build year 2020
99.2
index vs own age
100 = normal
2019–2024
14097
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.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Expected repair bill
16.4
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
16381
Estimated range lower
16.4
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
16381
Estimated range upper
31.2
GBP estimate
modal price catalogue
price catalogue
16381
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)
10.2
GBP expected contribution
150
price catalogue
16381
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)
3.6
GBP expected contribution
90
price catalogue
16381
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)
1.8
GBP expected contribution
140
price catalogue
16381
Noise, emissions and leaks: Exhaust rear silencer
0.8
GBP expected contribution
200
price catalogue
16381
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Skoda Kamiq (this model)
85.3
index
100 = normal
2024
16381
Seat Mii
86
index
85.3
2024
18865
Skoda Citigo
80.8
index
85.3
2024
52407
Kia Stonic
81.3
index
85.3
2024
26811
Volkswagen T-Cross
79.2
index
85.3
2024
23830
Vauxhall Viva
83.5
index
85.3
2024
38341
Skoda Rapid
102.8
index
85.3
2024
22303
Smart Fortwo
87.6
index
85.3
2024
51770
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
BMW i3
72.5
index
85.3
2024
23610
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).
Age 3 median: 21956. Age 5 P75: 38772. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 median
21956
miles
2024
8257
Age 3 P25
15339
miles
2024
8257
Age 3 P75
29552
miles
2024
8257
Age 4 median
25847
miles
2024
7057
Age 4 P25
18219
miles
2024
7057
Age 4 P75
34647
miles
2024
7057
Age 5 median
29051
miles
2024
704
Age 5 P25
20934
miles
2024
704
Full table
Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 5 P75
38772
miles
2024
704
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.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3–5, <40k miles
10.6
% failed first time
2024
14097
Age 3–5, 40-70k miles
13.4
% failed first time
2024
1804
Age 3–5, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 12.7–27.6%)
19
% failed first time
2024
105
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).
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
100,000 miles (rough estimate: 10 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%)
0.0
% of tested cars
2024
10
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.0%)
0
% of tested cars
2024
0
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 0 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.0%)
0
% of tested cars
2024
0
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).
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age and mileage adjusted index
87.7
index
80.1
2019–2024
16381
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Petrol
10.9
% fail first time
other fuels
2024
16074
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
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.
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Salt belt susceptibility
0
ratio estimate
1
2024 + geographic layers
16380
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.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Likely compliant
100
% estimate
2024
16381
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).
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Same-day retest
49.7
%
failed initial tests
2019–2024
2044
Retest within 10 days
46.6
%
failed initial tests
2019–2024
2044
Clean MOT streak
34.0
%
observed chains
2019–2024
1362
Repeat advisory
1.8
%
observed chains
2019–2024
1362
Decreasing odometer
0.2
% mileage anomaly
observed chains
2019–2024
8251
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).
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Low-use first-time failure
5.8
%
15.6
2019–2024
259
Low-use gap
-9.8
percentage points
8–12k miles
2019–2024
259
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.
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (survival forecast)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 5)
0.5
years forecast
survival forecast
0
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).
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
15978
Age 4 (at least as many as at ages 4–6)
100
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
7749
Age 5
16.7
% of age 4–6 baseline
2024
704
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).
Repeat after fail: 14.5 vs 9.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Skoda Kamiq: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Repeat after fail
14.5
%
9.7
2019–2024
276
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)
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
18
tests with both
2024
18
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
16
tests with both
2024
16
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Further values · 2024
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Brakes + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
10
tests with both
2024
10
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
10
tests with both
2024
10
Brakes + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
9
tests with both
2024
9
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
8
tests with both
2024
8
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
7
tests with both
2024
7
Suspension + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
6
tests with both
2024
6
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
6
tests with both
2024
6
Steering + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
6
tests with both
2024
6
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
Suspension + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (seen together; too few for a multiplier)
5
tests with both
2024
5
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
DVSA recall campaigns matched
2
campaigns
DVSA register
DVSA register
16381
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Age 3
11.5
% fail first time
2024
8257
Age 4
10.4
% fail first time
2024
7057
Age 5 (rough estimate: 704 tests, 95% interval 8.3–12.8%)
10.4
% fail first time
2024
704
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.
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)
Measure
Value
Unit
Compared with
Years
Tests
Finland
11.2
% failed
26.3
2024 by country
1138
Netherlands
25.1
% failed
50.8
2024 by country
2141
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.
How the MOT Risk Index and every figure on this page are calculated: methodology.
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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.