2022 SEAT Ibiza — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,974 MOT tests, the 2022 SEAT Ibiza recorded a 91.3% pass rate. That is 1.8 percentage points worse than superminis of a similar age, which fail at 6.9%. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 4.9% of tests against 1.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, tread depth and brake pads — headlamp aim alone was recorded 106 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.1% in the 0-30k band and 14.9% in the 60-90k band, a 7.8-point spread — more than double.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 17.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.9% | 295 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.9% | 115 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.8% | 110 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 102 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.5% | 87 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 106 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 94 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 83 |
| 4 | Washers | 81 |
| 5 | Wipers | 45 |
| 6 | SRS malfunction indicator lamp | 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 | 17.6% | 1,049 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.3% | 618 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.9% | 293 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.9% | 114 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.2% | 70 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 18 |
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 | 4,398 | 7.1% |
| 30-60k | 1,446 | 13.1% |
| 60-90k | 114 | 14.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 263 | 5.3% |
| 2025 | 5,704 | 8.8% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Ibiza
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 4.9% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (4.9% 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.
- Visibility (1.9% 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.
- Brakes (1.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 SEAT Ibizas pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 5,974 2022 SEAT Ibiza MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 SEAT Ibiza?
Tyres, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.9%).
Does the 2022 Ibiza get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.1% in the 0-30k band to 14.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,974 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.