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Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a reliable? We analysed 11,933 real MOT tests across 4,924 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 11,933 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.2%
Typical Mileage
29,820mi
Annual Mileage
7,878mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Number Plates

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

Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.8%
2023
91.7%
2022
90.1%
2021
89.4%
2020
90.1%
2019

Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 32
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 25
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 22

Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
5,477 mi/yr
Typical
7,878 mi/yr
Average
8,515 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,603 mi/yr

Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 817 91.8% 15,971 23,306 30,554
2022 2,178 91.7% 18,334 25,763 34,096
2021 3,458 90.1% 22,078 29,750 39,723
2020 3,832 89.4% 23,460 32,696 43,688
2019 1,337 90.1% 24,727 34,524 47,969

How Long Does a Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Last?

Based on 4,924 Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.3 years
Median
3.0 years

Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
29,820 mi
75th Percentile
40,619 mi
95th Percentile
62,566 mi
Max Recorded
210,092 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a

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

Best year
2023

91.8% MOT pass rate from 817 tests

Year to avoid
2020

89.4% MOT pass rate from 3,832 tests

The best year to buy a used Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.8% across 817 tests. The 2020 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 Karoq Sportline TSI S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a THIS CAR 90.2% 11,933 29,820 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
Piaggio T5 84.3% 23,542 12,022 mi 37 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a?

The Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.2% across 11,933 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 Karoq Sportline TSI S-a 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 Karoq Sportline TSI S-a owner drives around 7,878 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 Karoq Sportline TSI S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a reliable?
Based on 11,933 MOT tests, the Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a has a 90.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a do per year?
The typical Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a does around 7,878 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a?
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 Karoq Sportline TSI S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Skoda Karoq Sportline TSI S-a is 2023 with a 91.8% pass rate across 817 tests.