Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 596 vehicles, the 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Skoda Kamiq S TSI (2021)

596 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI

CarHunch analysed 596 real MOT records for the 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI is considerably more reliable than the UK average, with a 90.9% first-time pass rate compared to 80% nationally, and only 10.2% of vehicles ever flagged with a dangerous defect—well below the threshold for concern. Petrol versions make up the bulk of the cohort and perform solidly at 90.3% pass rate.

At just under 28,000 miles median for a three-year-old car, these Kamiqs are running lighter than expected, which keeps failure rates low at 0.24 per vehicle and suggests most owners have treated them gently. The 1.9 average advisories per MOT are minor maintenance reminders rather than signs of structural weakness—if you're buying one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on routine wear items like brakes and suspension rather than expecting major repairs.

The 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.24

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

28k

Middle half: 22k–34k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 596 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 596 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (90%)	539	92%	0.26
Other (10%)	57	96.5%	0.07

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,189 Skoda Kamiq S TSI vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 40%

476

White 31.1%

370

Silver 15.5%

184

Grey 7.2%

Black 5.6%

Red 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

27,691

typical

22,275

low mileage

34,331

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSI vehicles fall between 22,275 and 34,331 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 22,275 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 22,275–34,331 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Skoda Kamiq S TSIs sit.

⚠ Over 46,346 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.24

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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