2022 Skoda Kamiq S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,232 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Skoda Kamiq S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 91.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.0% | 49 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.7% | 46 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.0% | 25 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.9% | 24 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 15 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 8 |
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 | 36 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 32 |
| 3 | Washers | 23 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 21 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 12 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 12 |
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 | 23.1% | 284 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.4% | 227 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.8% | 71 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.3% | 28 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.5% | 18 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.3% | 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 | 959 | 7.3% |
| 30-60k | 252 | 12.3% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Kamiq S-A
Before buying a 2022 Skoda Kamiq S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (4.0% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (2.0% 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.
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 Kamiq S-As pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 1,232 2022 Skoda Kamiq S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Kamiq S-A?
Brakes, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.7%).
Does the 2022 Kamiq S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.3% in the 0-30k band to 12.3% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,232 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.