Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L 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 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L 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 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L 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 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 359 vehicles, the 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, 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 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L 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 SE L TSI (2022)

359 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI

CarHunch analysed 359 real MOT records for the 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 359 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI is a genuinely reliable proposition, passing its MOT first time in 93.7% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 3.9% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects, which poses minimal buyer concern. Petrol power suits this model well, and owners can expect very few actual failures averaging just 0.11 per vehicle.

At 22,200 miles median, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used for their age, which naturally keeps failure rates low; the real tell is the 0.7 advisories per vehicle, suggesting minor wear rather than systemic problems. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the specific advisory items common to this generation rather than bracing for major repairs.

The 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 16k–29k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 359 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 359 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.9% 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,229 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 35.1%

1,483

Grey 23.5%

992

Black 14.5%

614

White 11.1%

469

Silver 9.9%

417

Red 4.4%

187

Green 0.9%

Brown 0.4%

Orange 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L 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.

22,204

typical

16,221

low mileage

28,720

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI vehicles fall between 16,221 and 28,720 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,221 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.

✓ 16,221–28,720 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE L TSIs sit.

⚠ Over 38,772 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

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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