Skoda Scala reliability
MOT pass rates & common faults · 11,390 real DVSA tests · 2024
Across 11,390 real DVSA MOT tests in 2024, 89% of Skoda Scala cars aged 4 to 7 years pass their MOT first time — in line with the 85% average for cars of that age. The faults that come up more than usual are in brakes.
MOT pass rate by age
Where the Scala tends to fail
Share of Skoda Scala cars aged 4 to 7 years with no fault in each area (higher is better). The tick is the fleet average for the same age.
Fails more often than average on brakes. Holds up better than average on identification, suspension, body & structure.
Common questions
Is the Skoda Scala reliable?
On 2024 MOT data the Skoda Scala is about average for its age: 89% of examples aged 4 to 7 years pass first time, against a 85% fleet average. That puts it ahead of 60% of similar-age models. Give brakes a close look on any one you view.
What is the MOT pass rate for a Skoda Scala?
First-time MOT pass rates for the Skoda Scala in 2024: up to 3 years, 90%; and 4 to 7 years, 89%. Pass rates fall with age across the whole fleet, so compare each figure with cars of the same age, not with a new car.
What commonly fails on a Skoda Scala MOT?
For Skoda Scala cars aged 4 to 7 years, the areas that fail an MOT more often than the fleet average are brakes (3% of tests vs 2% fleet).