Skoda Roomster MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Skoda Roomster. Check any Roomster by registration number below.

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77.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.2%

vs Skoda Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Skoda Roomster — MOT Reliability Overview

The Skoda Roomster has an average MOT pass rate of 77.6%, which is 12.2 percentage points below the Skoda brand average of 89.8%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Roomster on the road.

The most common reasons a Skoda Roomster fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Roomster for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Skoda Roomster, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Skoda Roomster performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 3,938 vehicles

85.0%Excellent

Skoda average: 89.8%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

16.4%

Mileage at 10yr

106k mi

2014

Based on 6,341 vehicles

82.5%Good

Skoda average: 89.8%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

18.9%

Mileage at 10yr

102k mi

2013

Based on 6,168 vehicles

79.5%Good

Skoda average: 89.8%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

21.1%

Mileage at 10yr

108k mi

2012

Based on 5,585 vehicles

74.5%Average

Skoda average: 89.8%

Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

27.1%

Mileage at 10yr

123k mi

2011

Based on 3,658 vehicles

73.3%Average

Skoda average: 89.8%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

26.2%

2010

Based on 3,069 vehicles

70.9%Average

Skoda average: 89.8%

Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

28.6%

Top MOT Failures — Skoda Roomster

The most common reasons a Skoda Roomster fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.4%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.3%

Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements

1.9%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.7%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

1.6%

Skoda Roomster Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.7%

Front Nearside

3.6%

Rear Offside

1.8%

Other Skoda Models

Compare MOT reliability across Skoda models.

Skoda Scala SE Technology TSI S-A

97.5% pass rate

Skoda Yeti

73.3% pass rate

Skoda Kamiq SE L TSI

92.5% pass rate

Skoda Octavia SE Technology TSI

96.8% pass rate

Skoda Octavia SE TSI E-Tec MHEV S-A

96.6% pass rate

Skoda Superb SE L TSI S-A

94.9% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Skoda Roomster

Skoda Roomster — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Skoda Roomster MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda Roomster?

The average MOT pass rate for the Skoda Roomster is 77.6% compared to the Skoda average of 89.8%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Skoda Roomster?

The most common MOT failures on the Skoda Roomster are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.4%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.3%), Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Skoda Roomster reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 77.6%, the Skoda Roomster is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Skoda Roomster?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Skoda Roomster?

Typical mileage for the Skoda Roomster: 105,937 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Roomster to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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