2021 Skoda Kodiaq Drive — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 798 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Drive, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 90.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.7% in the 60-90k group versus 5.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 4.1% | 33 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.4% | 27 |
| 3 | Tyres | 2.9% | 23 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.6% | 13 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.3% | 10 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 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 | 27 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 3 | Service brake performance | 9 |
| 4 | Brake discs | 9 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 9 |
| 6 | Wipers | 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 | Brakes | 23.1% | 184 |
| 2 | Tyres | 19.1% | 152 |
| 3 | Suspension | 12.4% | 99 |
| 4 | Other defects | 10.7% | 85 |
| 5 | Visibility | 4.0% | 32 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.4% | 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 | 296 | 5.1% |
| 30-60k | 465 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 34 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 383 | 8.9% |
| 2025 | 394 | 10.4% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Kodiaq Drive
Before buying a 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Drive, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (4.1% 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 (3.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- 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.
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 Kodiaq Drives pass their MOT?
90.6% of the 798 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Drive MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Drive?
Brakes, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.4%).
Does the 2021 Kodiaq Drive get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.1% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 798 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.