2022 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 669 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 29 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.0% | 20 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.2% | 15 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.6% | 4 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 4 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 2 |
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 | 17 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 13 |
| 3 | Brake discs | 6 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 4 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 3 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 3 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 19.3% | 129 |
| 2 | Tyres | 17.9% | 120 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.5% | 37 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.2% | 15 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.9% | 6 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.8% | 5 |
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 | 464 | 6.9% |
| 30-60k | 198 | 9.6% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Kamiq Monte Carlo
Before buying a 2022 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.3% 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 (3.0% 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 (2.2% 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 2022 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlos pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 669 2022 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Skoda Kamiq Monte Carlo?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by brakes (3.0%).
Does the 2022 Kamiq Monte Carlo get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.9% in the 0-30k band to 9.6% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 669 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.