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Skoda Scala SE TSI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Skoda Scala SE TSI reliable? We analysed 175 real MOT tests across 258 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 175 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
97.1%
Typical Mileage
33,272mi
Annual Mileage
7,104mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Skoda Scala SE TSI Number Plates

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

Skoda Scala SE TSI Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
5,077 mi/yr
Typical
7,104 mi/yr
Average
8,232 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,900 mi/yr

Skoda Scala SE TSI Mileage Distribution

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

Median
33,272 mi
75th Percentile
43,810 mi
95th Percentile
68,396 mi
Max Recorded
78,940 mi

How Does the Skoda Scala SE TSI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Skoda Scala SE TSI THIS CAR 97.1% 175 33,272 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
Volvo XC40 Momentum B4 MHEV AWD Auto 92.8% 459 33,564 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Skoda Scala SE TSI?

The Skoda Scala SE TSI has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.1% across 175 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Skoda Scala SE TSI owner drives around 7,104 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 Scala SE TSI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Skoda Scala SE TSI reliable?
Based on 175 MOT tests, the Skoda Scala SE TSI has a 97.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Skoda Scala SE TSI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Skoda Scala SE TSI do per year?
The typical Skoda Scala SE TSI does around 7,104 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Skoda Scala SE TSI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Skoda Scala SE 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.