2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline S-A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,649 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline S-A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.9% 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 | Tyres | 3.9% | 64 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.2% | 53 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 20 |
| 4 | Suspension | 1.0% | 17 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.5% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 7 |
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 | 58 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 26 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 25 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 19 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 10 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 6 |
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 | 21.1% | 348 |
| 2 | Tyres | 19.7% | 325 |
| 3 | Suspension | 12.3% | 203 |
| 4 | Other defects | 10.5% | 173 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.9% | 48 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 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 | 750 | 5.5% |
| 30-60k | 845 | 10.4% |
| 60-90k | 48 | 8.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 803 | 7.5% |
| 2025 | 836 | 8.6% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Kodiaq Sportline S-A
Before buying a 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline S-A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.9% 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.
- Brakes (3.2% 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 (1.2% 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 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline S-As pass their MOT?
91.9% of the 1,649 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline S-A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Skoda Kodiaq Sportline S-A?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by brakes (3.2%).
Does the 2021 Kodiaq Sportline S-A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.5% in the 0-30k band to 8.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,649 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.