Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE 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 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE 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 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE 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 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI reliable?

Based on MOT data from 234 vehicles, the 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.3%, 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 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE 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 TSI (2019)

234 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.3% first-time pass rate

2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI

CarHunch analysed 234 real MOT records for the 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE 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 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI is significantly more reliable than average, with a 90.9% first-time pass rate that beats the UK average of 80% by over 10 percentage points. Fewer than one in five have ever recorded a dangerous defect (18.8%), which is manageable rather than a red flag, and petrol versions maintain that strong 90.8% pass rate consistently.

At 27,552 miles median mileage for a five-year-old car, these vehicles are running well within normal wear patterns, and the low failure rate of 0.44 per vehicle suggests the engine and core systems are holding up. When you do take one to test, expect around four minor advisory items (worn trim, minor corrosion) rather than serious repair bills—if it passes its MOT, it's a solid buy.

We have limited data for the 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

91.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

18.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.44

Over 4.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

28k

Middle half: 19k–35k

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These stats describe 234 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 234 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.8% 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 (97%)	226	91.2%	0.46

Colour Breakdown

Based on 9,524 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 40.7%

3,873

Grey 20.5%

1,951

Black 13.6%

1,295

White 13%

1,234

Silver 9.4%

896

Red 2.1%

198

Green 0.4%

Orange 0.3%

Brown 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE 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.

27,552

typical

19,373

low mileage

34,878

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI vehicles fall between 19,373 and 34,878 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,373 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.

✓ 19,373–34,878 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSIs sit.

⚠ Over 47,085 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSI — Still on the Road

Almost all 2019 Skoda Kamiq SE TSIs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 228 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

4.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.44

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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