2020 Skoda Karoq Drive — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,168 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Skoda Karoq Drive, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.7% in the 60-90k group versus 6.5% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.8% | 44 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.4% | 28 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 19 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 16 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.8% | 9 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 28 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 19 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 17 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 5 | Wipers | 9 |
| 6 | Pins and bushes | 8 |
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 | 22.7% | 265 |
| 2 | Suspension | 20.4% | 238 |
| 3 | Brakes | 11.0% | 128 |
| 4 | Other defects | 8.2% | 96 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 27 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 3 |
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 | 586 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 531 | 8.5% |
| 60-90k | 51 | 15.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 379 | 5.8% |
| 2024 | 387 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 402 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Karoq Drive
Before buying a 2020 Skoda Karoq Drive, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.8% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.8% 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.
- Suspension (2.4% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% 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 2020 Skoda Karoq Drives pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 1,168 2020 Skoda Karoq Drive MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Skoda Karoq Drive?
Tyres, recorded in 3.8% of tests, followed by suspension (2.4%).
Does the 2020 Karoq Drive get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 15.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,168 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.