Skoda Kodiaq (2023)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 144 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

98%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1984cc Petrol

Great Choice

98% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 16 points above average.

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Petrol1984cc3 years old144 tests12k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1984cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

98% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Skoda brand average of 88%.

98% of MOT tests on Skoda Kodiaqs from 2023 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about a year old. That's based on 144 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 12,118 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2023 models41st of 165(top 25%)

Rank among Skoda models9th of 329(top 3%)

vs average of all models+16%(82% avg)

vs 2023 models average+3%(95% avg)

vs Skoda average+10%(88% avg)

Mileage Analysis

12,118

Average miles

7,400

Expected for age

The average 2023 Skoda Kodiaq had 12,118 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%, while the 2017 model has the lowest at 90%. The 2023 scores 98%, but cars from 2023 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2026, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Skoda Kodiaq by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2023	98%	144	12,118 mi
2022	95%	385	29,297 mi
2021	93%	11,631	31,614 mi
2020	92%	13,585	37,661 mi
2019	90%	15,087	47,402 mi
2018	91%	12,552	57,847 mi
2017	90%	9,867	65,458 mi

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Mercedes A

2021 · 1991cc Petrol

£2,086/year

94%

-4%

MINI Cooper

2021 · 1499cc Petrol

£1,853/year

94%

-4%

Ford Ranger

2021 · 2400cc Petrol

£2,413/year

90%

-8%

Audi A1

2021 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,853/year

93%

-5%

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About the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq

The 2023 Skoda Kodiaq is a family car. Our records list a 1984cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 144 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2023 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 12,118 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Skoda Kodiaq owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2023 Skoda Kodiaq Fuel Costs

The 1984cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Skoda Kodiaq Reliability Trend

The Skoda Kodiaq has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage point.

Buying a Used 2023 Skoda Kodiaq

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2021 model has the highest pass rate at 93%.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Skoda Kodiaq(2023)	98%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Mercedes A(2021)	94%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086same
MINI Cooper(2021)	94%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Ford Ranger(2021)	90%	£1,958	£200	Grp 25-38	£2,413+£327
Audi A1(2021)	93%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq

Is the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 98% of MOT tests on 2023 Skoda Kodiaqs ended in a pass, from 144 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 16 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

98% of 144 MOT tests on the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 41st of 165 models first registered in 2023 (top 25%).

Which year Skoda Kodiaq has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2021 Skoda Kodiaq has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2017 the lowest at 90%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2023 Skoda Kodiaq?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2023 Skoda Kodiaq is 12,118 miles, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.