2021 Skoda Kamiq Drive — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 985 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Kamiq Drive, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.1% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 5.2% | 51 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.6% | 36 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 18 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.8% | 8 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.2% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 44 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 24 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 12 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 6 | Wipers | 5 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 25.4% | 250 |
| 2 | Tyres | 19.4% | 191 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.7% | 66 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 25 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.3% | 13 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.6% | 6 |
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 | 663 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 300 | 12.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 471 | 8.5% |
| 2025 | 497 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Kamiq Drive
Before buying a 2021 Skoda Kamiq Drive, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (5.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Tyres (3.6% 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.
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 Kamiq Drives pass their MOT?
91.1% of the 985 2021 Skoda Kamiq Drive MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Kamiq Drive?
Brakes, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by tyres (3.6%).
Does the 2021 Kamiq Drive get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 12.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 985 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.