2013 Skoda Roomster — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 15,863 MOT tests analysed for the 2013 Skoda Roomster, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and tyres. Its pass rate of 83.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (80.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 27.6% in the 150k+ group versus 8.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 7.2% | 1,141 |
| 2 | Suspension | 5.0% | 792 |
| 3 | Tyres | 4.6% | 732 |
| 4 | Brakes | 4.2% | 672 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.4% | 531 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.5% | 405 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 436 |
| 2 | Individual direction indicators | 421 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 357 |
| 4 | Joints | 347 |
| 5 | Wipers | 339 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 334 |
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 | 26.4% | 4,184 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.4% | 3,864 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.3% | 2,275 |
| 4 | Other defects | 12.5% | 1,980 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 11.1% | 1,762 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.7% | 906 |
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 | 1,275 | 8.1% |
| 30-60k | 5,756 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 5,276 | 17.7% |
| 90-120k | 2,487 | 22.9% |
| 120-150k | 814 | 23.7% |
| 150k+ | 254 | 27.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 11,058 | 14.8% |
| Diesel | 4,805 | 19.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,134 | 12.9% |
| 2022 | 3,152 | 13.8% |
| 2023 | 3,191 | 16.0% |
| 2024 | 3,191 | 17.9% |
| 2025 | 3,195 | 19.6% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Roomster
Before buying a 2013 Skoda Roomster, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 7.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (7.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (5.0% 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.
- Tyres (4.6% 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 2013 Skoda Roomsters pass their MOT?
83.9% of the 15,863 2013 Skoda Roomster MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Skoda Roomster?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 7.2% of tests, followed by suspension (5.0%).
Does the 2013 Roomster get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.1% in the 0-30k band to 27.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 15,863 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.