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Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI reliable? We analysed 3,185 real MOT tests across 2,044 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,185 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.9%
Typical Mileage
23,747mi
Annual Mileage
6,363mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Skoda Kamiq SE Drive 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 SE Drive TSI.

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI Number Plates

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

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

89.6%
2023
90.8%
2022
89.4%
2021

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI Common Faults & Problems

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 9

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,294 mi/yr
Typical
6,363 mi/yr
Average
7,472 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,476 mi/yr

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 885 89.6% 15,292 22,487 31,911
2022 1,055 90.8% 15,894 23,353 32,938
2021 1,156 89.4% 17,662 24,928 34,091

How Long Does a Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI Last?

Based on 2,044 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.5 years
Median
2.0 years

Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
23,747 mi
75th Percentile
33,354 mi
95th Percentile
55,562 mi
Max Recorded
116,998 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI

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

Best year
2022

90.8% MOT pass rate from 1,055 tests

Year to avoid
2021

89.4% MOT pass rate from 1,156 tests

The best year to buy a used Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 1,055 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.4% — 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 SE Drive 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 SE Drive TSI THIS CAR 89.9% 3,185 23,747 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
Mv Agusta F4 1000 89.2% 1,451 6,800 mi 22 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI?

The Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% across 3,185 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 SE Drive 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 SE Drive TSI owner drives around 6,363 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 SE Drive TSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI reliable?
Based on 3,185 MOT tests, the Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI has a 89.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI do per year?
The typical Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI does around 6,363 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Kamiq SE Drive 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 SE Drive TSI?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI is 2022 with a 90.8% pass rate across 1,055 tests.