2021 Skoda Karoq MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 89.0% of Skoda Karoqs first used in 2021 passed their MOT first time, against 87.2% for all cars first used in 2021. Across 23,328 Karoq first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were tyres, lamps and electrical equipment and suspension.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Skoda Karoqs first used in 2021 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2021 Skoda Karoq MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, Karoqs first used in 2021 against all cars first used in 2021 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the Karoq figure was 1.8 points higher.
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| Test year | 2021 Karoq | All cars first used 2021 | Karoq first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | fewer than 500 tests | 82.9% | 30 |
| 2022 | fewer than 500 tests | 89.9% | 15 |
| 2023 | 91.9% | 90.8% | 556 |
| 2024 | 89.1% | 87.6% | 11,584 |
| 2025 | 89.0% | 87.2% | 11,188 |
Common 2021 Skoda Karoq MOT failures
Share of the 2,540 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 19.0% | 482 |
| Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak | 14.3% | 364 |
| Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick | 10.0% | 255 |
| Headlamp aim: too high | 9.1% | 232 |
| Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively | 7.9% | 200 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for a Karoq in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak | Shock absorber replacement | £300 | £200–£500 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2021 Skoda Karoq before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Tyres. Worth checking the tread depth across the whole width of each tyre, and the sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Suspension. Worth looking behind the front wheels with a torch at the coil springs, and listening for knocks over bumps on the test drive.
Common 2021 Skoda Karoq MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2021 Karoqs, as a share of all 23,328 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil | 14.2% | 3,309 |
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 10.7% | 2,501 |
| Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing | 9.5% | 2,224 |
| Brake pads: wearing thin | 8.3% | 1,932 |
| Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt | 3.6% | 834 |
Questions about the 2021 Skoda Karoq MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2021 Skoda Karoq?
In 2025, 89.0% of Karoqs first used in 2021 passed their MOT first time, against 87.2% for all cars first used in 2021. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2021 Karoq most often fail its MOT on?
Tyres (in 40.7% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), lamps and electrical equipment (21.3%) and suspension (18.4%). The single most common item was “Tyre condition: has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords” (19.0%).
How often does a 2021 Skoda Karoq fail its MOT?
In 2025, 11.0% of first tests on Karoqs first used in 2021 did not pass first time: 9.1% failed, and a further 1.9% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 2,540 of 23,328 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2021 Skoda Karoq MOT advisories?
“Shock absorbers: has light misting of oil” (on 14.2% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (10.7%), “Tyre condition: slightly damaged/cracking or perishing” (9.5%), “Brake pads: wearing thin” (8.3%) and “Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt” (3.6%).
Is a 2021 Skoda Karoq reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 91.9% in 2023 to 89.0% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
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