2022 Skoda Kodiaq — MOT failures & pass rate
8,560 MOT tests on the 2022 Skoda Kodiaq are in this dataset, and 92.3% of them passed. Large SUVs of a similar age fail at 8.6%, so the 2022 Kodiaq sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.0%) and brakes (2.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are brake pads, tread depth and headlamp aim — brake pads alone was recorded 282 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Kodiaq fails 6.0% of the time in the 0-30k band and 9.1% at 90-120k, a spread of only 3.1 points.
Fuel type barely separates them — diesel fails 7.1% of the time against 8.0% for petrol.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 20.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 0.0% of tests failed in 2022 against 8.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.0% | 339 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.6% | 225 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 109 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 102 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 51 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.5% | 44 |
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 | 282 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 173 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 96 |
| 4 | Wipers | 61 |
| 5 | Washers | 51 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 42 |
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 | 20.7% | 1,769 |
| 2 | Brakes | 16.8% | 1,436 |
| 3 | Other defects | 9.0% | 771 |
| 4 | Suspension | 5.7% | 488 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 286 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 21 |
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 | 4,784 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 3,461 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 262 | 9.5% |
| 90-120k | 44 | 9.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 6,021 | 8.0% |
| Diesel | 2,538 | 7.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 39 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | 145 | 0.7% |
| 2024 | 359 | 3.6% |
| 2025 | 8,017 | 8.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Kodiaq
On a 2022 Kodiaq, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.0% 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.
- Brakes (2.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% 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 2022 Skoda Kodiaqs pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 8,560 2022 Skoda Kodiaq MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Kodiaq?
Tyres, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by brakes (2.6%).
Does the 2022 Kodiaq get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 9.1% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 8,560 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.