Skoda 120 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Skoda 120. Check any 120 by registration number below.

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85.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.0%

vs Skoda Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Skoda 120 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Skoda 120 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.1%, which is 6.0 percentage points below the Skoda brand average of 91.0%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 120 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Skoda 120, 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 120 performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 195 vehicles

80.5%Good

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 3yr

65k mi

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

2002

Based on 83 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 10yr

59k mi

2001

Based on 87 vehicles

87.4%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 10yr

59k mi

2000

Based on 77 vehicles

96.1%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 10yr

79k mi

1999

Based on 70 vehicles

81.4%Good

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 10yr

87k mi

1998

Based on 149 vehicles

82.6%Good

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 10yr

96k mi

1997

Based on 112 vehicles

94.6%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

1996

Based on 79 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

1995

Based on 91 vehicles

76.9%Good

Skoda average: 91.0%

1994

Based on 68 vehicles

70.6%Average

Skoda average: 91.0%

1993

Based on 113 vehicles

85.0%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

1992

Based on 56 vehicles

76.8%Good

Skoda average: 91.0%

1990

Based on 59 vehicles

84.7%Good

Skoda average: 91.0%

0

Based on 27 vehicles

96.3%Excellent

Skoda average: 91.0%

Mileage at 5yr

42k mi

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95.3% pass rate

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97.4% pass rate

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96.5% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Skoda 120

Skoda 120 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Skoda 120 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Skoda 120?

The average MOT pass rate for the Skoda 120 is 85.1% compared to the Skoda average of 91.0%. 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 120?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Skoda 120 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 85.1%, the Skoda 120 is rated as "Excellent" 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 120?

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 120?

Typical mileage for the Skoda 120: 65,165 miles at 3 years, 78,609 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 120 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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