2022 Cupra Formentor V2 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,047 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Cupra Formentor V2, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, suspension and visibility. Its pass rate of 90.8% 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 | 6.5% | 68 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.8% | 19 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.4% | 15 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 13 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 7 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.7% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 59 |
| 2 | Shock absorbers | 22 |
| 3 | Washers | 11 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 26.3% | 275 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.1% | 106 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.7% | 91 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.8% | 61 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.6% | 17 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.6% | 6 |
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 | 765 | 8.9% |
| 30-60k | 275 | 9.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Formentor V2
Before buying a 2022 Cupra Formentor V2, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 6.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (6.5% 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 (1.8% 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 (1.4% 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 V2s pass their MOT?
90.8% of the 1,047 2022 Cupra Formentor V2 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Cupra Formentor V2?
Tyres, recorded in 6.5% of tests, followed by suspension (1.8%).
Does the 2022 Formentor V2 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.9% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,047 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.