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

Based on MOT data from 1,129 vehicles, the 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.2%, 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 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 TSI S A (2022)

1,129 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S A

CarHunch analysed 1,129 real MOT records for the 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE 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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The 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI is a genuinely reliable performer, hitting a 91% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and dangerous defects are rare at just 3.3% of vehicles, so you're looking at a safe buy from a structural standpoint. At 22,956 miles average, these cars are still run in, and the low failure rate of 0.12 per vehicle confirms the TSI engine and running gear are holding up solidly so far.

Most owners will encounter minor advisories (averaging 1.0 per car) rather than actual failures, which is typical wear-and-tear stuff rather than cause for concern. Before purchasing, ask the seller for a full MOT history and check that any advisories were addressed promptly—this generation is proving itself mechanically sound, so neglect is your main risk factor.

The 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (94.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

94.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.12

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 15k–28k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 94.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 1,129 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 1,129 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.3% 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 5,408 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 41.4%

2,239

Grey 20.4%

1,104

White 13.7%

741

Black 12%

651

Silver 9.2%

499

Red 2.4%

128

Orange 0.4%

Green 0.3%

Brown 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE 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.

21,185

typical

15,389

low mileage

28,212

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S A vehicles fall between 15,389 and 28,212 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,389 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.

✓ 15,389–28,212 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI S As sit.

⚠ Over 38,086 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.12

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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