In 2025, 38,399 Skoda Kodiaq cars had a regular MOT in Great Britain. 87% passed first time, compared with 84% for all cars of the same ages, which makes the Kodiaq about average. Adjusted for age, it ranks 84 of the 217 most-tested car models.
That comparison matters: older cars fail more often, so a raw pass rate flatters models that are mostly young. We compare each model against every car on the road at the same age.
Pass rate by age
At 3 years old, 90% of Kodiaqs passed first time (all cars that age: 88%). By 8 years, that figure is 86% (all cars: 78%). It beats the average car at every age with enough data, from 7 to 8 years.
Skoda Kodiaq All cars of that age
| Age | Tests | Kodiaq passed first time | All cars | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | 3,908 | 90% | 88% | 31,593 |
| 4 years | 5,249 | 89% | 87% | 40,818 |
| 5 years | 6,692 | 88% | 86% | 46,755 |
| 6 years | 8,672 | 84% | 84% | 56,869 |
| 7 years | 7,532 | 86% | 81% | 66,652 |
| 8 years | 6,165 | 86% | 78% | 74,134 |
What fails most on a Skoda Kodiaq
No single area stands out: the Kodiaq fails on each part of the test at roughly the rate you would expect. It does comparatively well on body and structure and lights and electrics.
Share of Kodiaq tests failing on this area Average car
The six most common failure items
| Failure item | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| A tyre seriously damaged | Tyres | 2.6% |
| A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | Suspension | 2.2% |
| Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | Visibility | 1.9% |
| Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | Tyres | 1.9% |
| A brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | Brakes | 1.8% |
| The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | Lights and electrics | 1.6% |
What to check when buying a used Kodiaq
Based on where the Kodiaq fails more often than other cars, these are the checks worth making before you buy:
- Seat belts and airbags: Pull every belt out fully and let it retract, check the buckles latch, and make sure the airbag light goes out after starting. More
- Tyres: Check tread across the whole width (uneven wear hints at alignment or suspension faults), and look for cuts, bulges and mismatched brands. Repair guide
- Visibility: Check the windscreen for chips in the driver’s view, the wipers for smearing and the washers for working jets. Repair guide
Then check the individual car: its own MOT history will show whether it follows the pattern. A car with repeated advisories in the same weak area is more likely to fail its next test.
Check a specific Kodiaq
Enter the registration to see its full MOT history, mileage record and reliability score, compared with these figures.
Check a KodiaqFrequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for a Skoda Kodiaq?
In 2025, 87% of Skoda Kodiaq cars passed their MOT first time, across 38,399 tests. Cars of the same ages averaged 84%.
What do Skoda Kodiaq cars most often fail their MOT on?
The most common failure items were: a tyre seriously damaged (2.6% of tests); a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.2% of tests); wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.9% of tests).
Other Skoda models
Skoda Fabia (70%), Skoda Octavia (74%), Skoda Yeti (74%), Skoda Superb (76%), Skoda Citigo (78%), Skoda Karoq (89%). All Skoda models
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2025 (class 4 normal tests; first-time pass means passed with no faults fixed at the test). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.