2020 Skoda Kamiq S — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 517 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Skoda Kamiq S, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 89.0% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 5.6% | 29 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.8% | 25 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 9 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 6 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 3 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.2% | 1 |
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 | 20 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 20 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 14 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 12 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 9 |
| 6 | Washers | 3 |
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 | 24.0% | 124 |
| 2 | Tyres | 19.7% | 102 |
| 3 | Other defects | 10.4% | 54 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.5% | 13 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.2% | 6 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.0% | 5 |
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 | 262 | 9.9% |
| 30-60k | 230 | 12.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 170 | 11.8% |
| 2024 | 167 | 10.8% |
| 2025 | 174 | 10.3% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Kamiq S
Before buying a 2020 Skoda Kamiq S, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 5.6% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (5.6% 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 (4.8% 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 (1.7% 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 Ss pass their MOT?
89.0% of the 517 2020 Skoda Kamiq S MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Skoda Kamiq S?
Brakes, recorded in 5.6% of tests, followed by tyres (4.8%).
Does the 2020 Kamiq S get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.9% in the 0-30k band to 12.2% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 517 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.