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

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 SE Drive TSI S A?

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 SE Drive TSI S A?

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 SE Drive TSI S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 206 vehicles, the 2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.3%, 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 SE Drive TSI S A?

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 SE Drive TSI S A (2021)

206 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.3% first-time pass rate

2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A

CarHunch analysed 206 real MOT records for the 2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Skoda Kamiq is a solid performer, with a first-time pass rate of 92.4% — well above the UK average of 80%. The dangerous defect rate sits at a low 7.3%, suggesting few serious safety concerns for buyers to worry about.

At just over 23,000 miles median, these cars are relatively lightly used for their age, which explains the strong MOT results and low failure rate of 0.2 per vehicle. The average of 1.9 advisories per test points to minor wear rather than structural problems, so when viewing one, focus your inspection on routine maintenance items rather than fundamental reliability issues.

We have limited data for the 2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

93.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.2

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 17k–30k

For context

These stats describe 206 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 206 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.3% 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 (100%)	205	93.3%	0.2

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,004 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 35.6%

714

Grey 27.7%

556

Black 16.2%

325

Silver 9.7%

194

White 8.7%

174

Orange 1%

Red 1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A 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.

23,384

typical

16,577

low mileage

30,377

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S A vehicles fall between 16,577 and 30,377 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,577 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.

✓ 16,577–30,377 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Skoda Kamiq SE Drive TSI S As sit.

⚠ Over 41,008 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

0.2

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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