2022 Cupra Formentor V1 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 894 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Cupra Formentor V1, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.0% | 36 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.9% | 17 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.6% | 14 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 12 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 11 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.9% | 8 |
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 | 19 |
| 2 | Washers | 10 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 8 |
| 4 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 8 |
| 5 | Wipers | 6 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 5 |
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 | 23.8% | 213 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.1% | 99 |
| 3 | Brakes | 9.4% | 84 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.0% | 54 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.1% | 19 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 3 |
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 | 614 | 7.8% |
| 30-60k | 252 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Formentor V1
Before buying a 2022 Cupra Formentor V1, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.0% 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 (1.9% 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 (1.6% 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?
91.8% of the 894 2022 Cupra Formentor V1 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Cupra Formentor V1?
Tyres, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by suspension (1.9%).
Does the 2022 Formentor V1 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.8% in the 0-30k band to 9.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 894 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.