2021 Skoda Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 330 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and suspension. Its pass rate of 90.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 3.6% | 12 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.0% | 10 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.5% | 5 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.2% | 4 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 2 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.6% | 2 |
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 | 12 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 8 |
| 3 | Linkage ball joints | 3 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 3 |
| 5 | Wipers | 3 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 2 |
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 | 21.5% | 71 |
| 2 | Brakes | 18.8% | 62 |
| 3 | Suspension | 11.8% | 39 |
| 4 | Other defects | 3.6% | 12 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.1% | 7 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 2 |
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 | 121 | 4.1% |
| 30-60k | 182 | 11.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 165 | 8.5% |
| 2025 | 160 | 9.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa
Before buying a 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa, 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 (3.0% 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 (1.5% 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.
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 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sas pass their MOT?
90.9% of the 330 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa?
Brakes, recorded in 3.6% of tests, followed by tyres (3.0%).
Does the 2021 Karoq Sportlne Scr 4X4 Sa get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.1% in the 0-30k band to 11.5% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 330 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.