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Skoda Kamiq S TSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Kamiq S TSI reliable? We analysed 2,818 real MOT tests across 1,202 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,818 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.7%
Typical Mileage
28,152mi
Annual Mileage
7,206mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Skoda Kamiq S TSI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skoda Kamiq S TSI.

Skoda Kamiq S TSI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Skoda Kamiq S TSI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Skoda Kamiq S TSI MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Skoda Kamiq S TSI to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.3%
2022
88.4%
2021
88.3%
2020

Skoda Kamiq S TSI Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Skoda Kamiq S TSI models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14

Skoda Kamiq S TSI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Skoda Kamiq S TSI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,542 mi/yr
Typical
7,206 mi/yr
Average
7,757 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,050 mi/yr

Skoda Kamiq S TSI MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skoda Kamiq S TSI year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 655 89.3% 19,404 24,371 30,948
2021 1,427 88.4% 22,759 28,399 38,170
2020 573 88.3% 21,429 31,188 42,246

How Long Does a Skoda Kamiq S TSI Last?

Based on 1,202 Skoda Kamiq S TSI vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.4 years
Median
3.0 years

Skoda Kamiq S TSI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Skoda Kamiq S TSI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
28,152 mi
75th Percentile
38,896 mi
95th Percentile
64,005 mi
Max Recorded
117,766 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Kamiq S TSI

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

89.3% MOT pass rate from 655 tests

Year to avoid
2020

88.3% MOT pass rate from 573 tests

The best year to buy a used Skoda Kamiq S TSI is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.3% across 655 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.3% — 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 S TSI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Kamiq S TSI THIS CAR 88.7% 2,818 28,152 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
Toyota Aristo 78.2% 2,349 112,355 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Skoda Fabia (76.0% pass rate) and the Skoda Octavia (77.7% pass rate), the Skoda Kamiq S TSI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Skoda Kamiq S TSI?

The Skoda Kamiq S TSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% across 2,818 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 tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Skoda Kamiq S TSI 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 S TSI owner drives around 7,206 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.

Skoda Kamiq S TSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Kamiq S TSI reliable?
Based on 2,818 MOT tests, the Skoda Kamiq S TSI has a 88.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Kamiq S TSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Kamiq S TSI do per year?
The typical Skoda Kamiq S TSI does around 7,206 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Kamiq S TSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Kamiq S TSI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Skoda Kamiq S TSI?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Skoda Kamiq S TSI is 2022 with a 89.3% pass rate across 655 tests.