Skoda Kamiq Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Skoda Kamiq reliable? We analysed 445 real MOT tests across 212 vehicles to find out.
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The Skoda Kamiq is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Kamiq.
Skoda Kamiq — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Skoda Kamiq — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 999cc
- Power
- 114 BHP
- Power (kW)
- 85 kW
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Silver
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- CO2 output
- 122 g/km Band G
- Emission class
- 6eb
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £195
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £107.25
Skoda Kamiq Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Skoda Kamiq. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Skoda Kamiq MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Skoda Kamiq to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Skoda Kamiq Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Skoda Kamiq models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Skoda Kamiq Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Skoda Kamiq owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Skoda Kamiq MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Kamiq year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 53 | 86.8% | 16,234 | 23,667 | 31,904 |
| 2021 | 250 | 88.0% | 30,229 | 60,482 | 65,917 |
| 2020 | 122 | 88.5% | 18,737 | 27,207 | 35,913 |
How Long Does a Skoda Kamiq Last?
Based on 212 Skoda Kamiq vehicles on UK roads.
Skoda Kamiq Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Kamiq MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Kamiq
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.5% MOT pass rate from 122 tests
86.8% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Skoda Kamiq is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.5% across 122 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Skoda Kamiq Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Kamiq THIS CAR | 88.5% | 445 | 38,306 mi | — yrs |
| Skoda Fabia | 76% | 4,863,673 | 58,216 mi | 26 yrs |
| Skoda Octavia | 77.7% | 3,816,734 | 87,093 mi | 28 yrs |
| Skoda Yeti | 84.4% | 844,079 | 52,202 mi | 17 yrs |
| Vauxhall Astra Design Turbo D | 86.3% | 139 | 38,775 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Kamiq outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Skoda Kamiq has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 445 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Skoda Kamiq with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Skoda Kamiq owner drives around 6,817 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.