2019 Skoda Kamiq S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 651 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Skoda Kamiq S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 3.1% | 20 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.6% | 17 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 9 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 6 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.9% | 6 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.8% | 5 |
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 | 15 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 11 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 4 | Washers | 6 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 6 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 18.3% | 119 |
| 2 | Tyres | 16.6% | 108 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.9% | 32 |
| 4 | Steering | 2.8% | 18 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.3% | 15 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.1% | 14 |
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 | 393 | 5.9% |
| 30-60k | 229 | 11.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 153 | 5.2% |
| 2023 | 168 | 8.9% |
| 2024 | 163 | 8.6% |
| 2025 | 167 | 8.4% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Kamiq S-A
Before buying a 2019 Skoda Kamiq S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 3.1% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (3.1% 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 (2.6% 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 (1.4% 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 2019 Skoda Kamiq S-As pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 651 2019 Skoda Kamiq S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Skoda Kamiq S-A?
Brakes, recorded in 3.1% of tests, followed by tyres (2.6%).
Does the 2019 Kamiq S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.9% in the 0-30k band to 11.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 651 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.