2022 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 659 MOT tests, the 2022 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 recorded an 88.5% pass rate. That is 3.5 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 8.0%. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 8.9% of all tests — 7.1 points clear of lighting & signalling, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 12 times.
A 60-90k example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 14.0% versus 9.6%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 27.5% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.9% | 59 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 12 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.7% | 11 |
| 4 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 8 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.6% | 4 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 12 |
| 2 | Wipers | 10 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 10 |
| 4 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 7 |
| 5 | Size/type | 5 |
| 6 | Washers | 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 | 27.5% | 181 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.7% | 44 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.4% | 16 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.0% | 13 |
| 5 | Brakes | 1.5% | 10 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 3 |
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 | 280 | 9.6% |
| 30-60k | 315 | 13.0% |
| 60-90k | 50 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 43 | 9.3% |
| 2025 | 611 | 11.6% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Enyaq Iv 80
On a 2022 Enyaq Iv 80, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 8.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (8.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- 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 2022 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80s pass their MOT?
88.5% of the 659 2022 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Enyaq Iv 80?
Tyres, recorded in 8.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.8%).
Does the 2022 Enyaq Iv 80 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.6% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 659 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.