2021 Skoda Kamiq — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,712 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Kamiq, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.5% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 13.2% in the 60-90k group versus 7.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 5.5% | 203 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.9% | 109 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 95 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.3% | 49 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 21 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 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 | 126 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 88 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 72 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 71 |
| 5 | Washers | 30 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 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 | 25.7% | 953 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.8% | 698 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.7% | 286 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.9% | 70 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.7% | 64 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.7% | 26 |
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 | 2,154 | 7.5% |
| 30-60k | 1,396 | 12.0% |
| 60-90k | 152 | 13.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 72 | 6.9% |
| 2024 | 1,800 | 9.9% |
| 2025 | 1,838 | 9.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Kamiq
Before buying a 2021 Skoda Kamiq, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 5.5% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (5.5% 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 (2.9% 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 (2.6% 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 Kamiqs pass their MOT?
90.5% of the 3,712 2021 Skoda Kamiq MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Kamiq?
Brakes, recorded in 5.5% of tests, followed by tyres (2.9%).
Does the 2021 Kamiq get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.5% in the 0-30k band to 13.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,712 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.