2019 Skoda Kamiq L S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 771 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Skoda Kamiq L S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 30 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.3% | 18 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 15 |
| 4 | Steering | 0.7% | 5 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 5 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.5% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake pads | 13 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 12 |
| 4 | Track rod end | 8 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 5 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 4 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.1% | 147 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.9% | 138 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.8% | 45 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.6% | 28 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.9% | 15 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.7% | 13 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 530 | 5.3% |
| 30-60k | 216 | 9.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 725 | 6.8% |
| Diesel | 46 | 15.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 187 | 3.7% |
| 2023 | 195 | 7.7% |
| 2024 | 190 | 6.3% |
| 2025 | 199 | 11.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Kamiq L S-A
Before buying a 2019 Skoda Kamiq L S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.3% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (1.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Skoda Kamiq L S-As pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 771 2019 Skoda Kamiq L S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Skoda Kamiq L S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by brakes (2.3%).
Does the 2019 Kamiq L S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.3% in the 0-30k band to 9.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 771 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.