2022 Cupra Formentor V1 — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2022 Cupra Formentor V1 passed 91.5% of its 2,947 recorded MOT tests. All cars of a similar age fail at 8.1%, so the 2022 Formentor V1 sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (4.4%) and suspension (2.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, tread depth and washers — shock absorbers alone was recorded 86 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2022 Formentor V1 fails 6.6% of the time in the 0-30k band and 10.3% at 60-90k, a spread of only 3.7 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 22.2% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.4% | 130 |
| 2 | Suspension | 2.3% | 69 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.1% | 63 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 2.1% | 62 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.1% | 32 |
| 6 | Brakes | 1.1% | 31 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 86 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 50 |
| 3 | Washers | 50 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 40 |
| 5 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 26 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 25 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.2% | 655 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.5% | 281 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.4% | 276 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.8% | 172 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 67 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 9 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,869 | 6.6% |
| 30-60k | 1,001 | 12.1% |
| 60-90k | 68 | 10.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2,701 | 8.4% |
| Hybrid | 246 | 9.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 88 | 8.0% |
| 2025 | 2,858 | 8.5% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Formentor V1
On a 2022 Formentor V1, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (4.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (2.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Visibility (2.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Cupra Formentor V1s pass their MOT?
91.5% of the 2,947 2022 Cupra Formentor V1 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Cupra Formentor V1?
Tyres, recorded in 4.4% of tests, followed by suspension (2.3%).
Does the 2022 Formentor V1 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.6% in the 0-30k band to 10.3% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,947 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.