2019 Skoda Kamiq L — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 586 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Skoda Kamiq L, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.0% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 3.6% | 21 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.9% | 17 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.4% | 14 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 5 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.9% | 5 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 18 |
| 2 | Brake discs | 9 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 9 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 7 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 5 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 5 |
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 | 22.4% | 131 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.7% | 127 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.3% | 25 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.4% | 20 |
| 5 | Steering | 3.2% | 19 |
| 6 | Visibility | 1.4% | 8 |
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 | 336 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 218 | 8.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 552 | 6.9% |
| Diesel | 34 | 8.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 137 | 2.9% |
| 2023 | 140 | 7.1% |
| 2024 | 152 | 7.2% |
| 2025 | 157 | 10.2% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Kamiq L
Before buying a 2019 Skoda Kamiq L, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 3.6% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (3.6% 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.
- Tyres (2.9% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.4% 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 Ls pass their MOT?
93.0% of the 586 2019 Skoda Kamiq L MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Skoda Kamiq L?
Brakes, recorded in 3.6% of tests, followed by tyres (2.9%).
Does the 2019 Kamiq L get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 8.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 586 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.