2020 Skoda Kamiq L — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,265 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Skoda Kamiq L, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 11.6% in the 60-90k group versus 6.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 3.5% | 185 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.4% | 181 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 108 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.6% | 31 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 29 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 15 |
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 | 147 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 98 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 93 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 52 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 33 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 24 |
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 | 21.7% | 1,142 |
| 2 | Tyres | 21.0% | 1,105 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.0% | 314 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.4% | 126 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 100 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.3% | 68 |
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 | 3,146 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,919 | 10.4% |
| 60-90k | 172 | 11.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 5,120 | 8.2% |
| Diesel | 145 | 6.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 45 | 6.7% |
| 2023 | 1,755 | 7.7% |
| 2024 | 1,709 | 7.3% |
| 2025 | 1,756 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Kamiq L
Before buying a 2020 Skoda Kamiq L, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 3.5% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (3.5% 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 (3.4% 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 (2.1% 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 2020 Skoda Kamiq Ls pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 5,265 2020 Skoda Kamiq L MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Skoda Kamiq L?
Brakes, recorded in 3.5% of tests, followed by tyres (3.4%).
Does the 2020 Kamiq L get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 11.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,265 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.