Skyteam Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Skyteam Unknown reliable? We analysed 365 real MOT tests across 114 vehicles to find out.
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The Skyteam Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Skyteam Unknown.
Skyteam Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Skyteam Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Skyteam Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Skyteam Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Skyteam Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Skyteam Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Skyteam Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Skyteam Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Skyteam Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Skyteam Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Skyteam Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Skyteam Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 96 | 78.1% | 1,170 | 1,991 | 4,751 |
| 2015 | 164 | 83.5% | 1,278 | 2,506 | 5,510 |
How Long Does a Skyteam Unknown Last?
Based on 114 Skyteam Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Skyteam Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Skyteam Unknown 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 Skyteam Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.5% MOT pass rate from 164 tests
78.1% MOT pass rate from 96 tests
The best year to buy a used Skyteam Unknown is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.5% across 164 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Skyteam Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyteam Unknown THIS CAR | 82.7% | 365 | 2,038 mi | 11 yrs |
| Skyteam ST | 85.6% | 1,288 | 1,491 mi | 20 yrs |
| Skyteam ST 50-3 Sm | 65.2% | 319 | 4,717 mi | 18 yrs |
| Datsun 120Y | 74% | 546 | 49,442 mi | 51 yrs |
| Kia Pride L | 60.6% | 715 | 64,982 mi | 34 yrs |
Compared to the Skyteam ST (85.6% pass rate) and the Skyteam ST 50-3 Sm (65.2% pass rate), the Skyteam Unknown sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Skyteam Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.7% across 365 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is steering headbearing has excessive free play with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Skyteam Unknown with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Skyteam Unknown owner drives around 169 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 Skyteam Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. 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.