Skoda Favorit Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Skoda Favorit reliable? We analysed 49,584 real MOT tests across 11,166 vehicles to find out.
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The Skoda Favorit is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include constant velocity joint gaiter split, steering rack gaiter split and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Favorit.
Skoda Favorit Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Skoda Favorit. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Skoda Favorit MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Skoda Favorit to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Skoda Favorit Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Skoda Favorit fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Skoda Favorit Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Skoda Favorit owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Skoda Favorit MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Favorit year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 64 | 57.8% | 56,000 | 62,292 | 72,568 |
| 1995 | 14,982 | 64.3% | 47,543 | 64,454 | 83,150 |
| 1994 | 20,258 | 63.7% | 46,293 | 62,619 | 81,172 |
| 1993 | 8,483 | 62.6% | 44,236 | 60,950 | 78,712 |
| 1992 | 3,500 | 61.9% | 32,793 | 48,756 | 66,758 |
| 1991 | 1,214 | 62.7% | 24,990 | 38,677 | 57,244 |
| 1990 | 644 | 64.0% | 28,331 | 40,157 | 57,180 |
| 1989 | 268 | 64.2% | 26,336 | 47,570 | 61,816 |
How Long Does a Skoda Favorit Last?
Based on 11,166 Skoda Favorit vehicles on UK roads.
Skoda Favorit Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Favorit 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 Favorit
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
64.3% MOT pass rate from 14,982 tests
57.8% MOT pass rate from 64 tests
The best year to buy a used Skoda Favorit is 1995, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 64.3% across 14,982 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 57.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Skoda Favorit Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Favorit THIS CAR | 63.6% | 49,584 | 61,043 mi | 35 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 |
| Hyundai Atoz + | 67.6% | 55,293 | 53,760 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Favorit trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Skoda FavoritShould you buy a used Skoda Favorit?
The Skoda Favorit has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.6% across 49,584 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Skoda Favorit are constant velocity joint gaiter split (4,066 recorded failures), steering rack gaiter split (3,476), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3,008). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Skoda Favorit owner drives around 2,559 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.
In terms of longevity, most Skoda Favorit models stay on UK roads for around 35 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.