2021 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline + — MOT failures & pass rate
547 MOT tests on the 2021 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline + are in this dataset, and 87.0% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (8.7% fail rate), the 2021 Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline + comes out 4.3pp worse. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 9.9% of all tests — 8.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, washers and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 10 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 11.2% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 21.4% once past 60-90k.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 28.9% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 9.9% | 54 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.8% | 10 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.7% | 9 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 8 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.9% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.9% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 10 |
| 2 | Washers | 6 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 5 |
| 4 | Linkage ball joints | 4 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 4 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 28.9% | 158 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.9% | 27 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.1% | 17 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 16 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.3% | 7 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 4 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 170 | 11.2% |
| 30-60k | 292 | 11.6% |
| 60-90k | 70 | 21.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 275 | 13.5% |
| 2025 | 271 | 12.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline +
On a 2021 Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline +, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 9.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (9.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (1.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Visibility (1.7% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline +s pass their MOT?
87.0% of the 547 2021 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline + MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 13.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline +?
Tyres, recorded in 9.9% of tests, followed by suspension (1.8%).
Does the 2021 Enyaq Iv 80 Sportline + get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 11.2% in the 0-30k band to 21.4% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 547 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.