Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

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 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

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 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

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 2023 Skoda Kodiaq reliable?

Based on MOT data from 194 vehicles, the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq are: Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (18.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (16.5% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (15.9% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

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 Kodiaq (2023)

194 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97.2% first-time pass rate

2023 Skoda Kodiaq

CarHunch analysed 194 real MOT records for the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

97.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

21k

Middle half: 15k–26k

For context

These stats describe 194 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 194 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 18.8%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 16.5%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 6.6%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Suspension & steering 5.4%

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2023.

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Based on MOT data from 194 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (61%)	119	97.7%	0.07
Petrol (39%)	75	96.5%	0.07

Mileage Distribution

Most 2023 Skoda Kodiaq 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.

20,896

typical

14,915

low mileage

25,998

high mileage

Half of all 2023 Skoda Kodiaq vehicles fall between 14,915 and 25,998 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,915 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.

✓ 14,915–25,998 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2023 Skoda Kodiaqs sit.

⚠ Over 35,097 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2023 Skoda Kodiaq — Still on the Road

Almost all 2023 Skoda Kodiaqs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 167 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 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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