2021 Skoda Karoq Sportline — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 739 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportline, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 91.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.3%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.4% | 40 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.8% | 21 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.5% | 11 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 7 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 3 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.4% | 3 |
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 | 21 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 13 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 8 |
| 4 | Wipers | 5 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 3 |
| 6 | Rear fog lamp | 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 | Tyres | 25.4% | 188 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.9% | 125 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.9% | 88 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.1% | 45 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 14 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 3 |
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 | 407 | 6.9% |
| 30-60k | 310 | 10.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 351 | 8.0% |
| 2025 | 359 | 8.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Karoq Sportline
Before buying a 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportline, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.4% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.4% 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 (2.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (1.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 Karoq Sportlines pass their MOT?
91.6% of the 739 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportline MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportline?
Tyres, recorded in 5.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.8%).
Does the 2021 Karoq Sportline get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.9% in the 0-30k band to 10.0% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 739 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.